1. Dried Dates
Dried dates are a source of polyphenols (antioxidants that lower inflammation) and may help reduce chronic pain.
2. Hemp Seeds
Hemp seeds provide generous amounts of antioxidants and omega-3 fats to protect our hearts, as well as vitamin E to fight inflammation.
3. Cherries
Cherries can help lower blood pressure thanks to quercetin, a type of flavonoid antioxidant that helps our blood vessels relax and stay flexible.
4. Watermelon
Watermelon fruit has the highest concentration of lycopene (a powerful antioxidant) of any fresh fruit or vegetable.
5. Pine Nuts
Considering their nourishing array of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, pine nuts offer a wide variety of health benefits to older adults.
6. Almonds
Almonds are high in the same kind of heart-healthy fat that olive oil is famous for, plus they’re are loaded with fiber, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals.
7. Persimmons
Research shows that whole persimmons contain higher concentrations of dietary fibers and total phenols (compounds found in plants with an antioxidant effect) than whole apples.
8. Apples
Apples contain numerous polyphenols (aka micronutrients) including quercetin, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
