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10 Berries Ranked by Antioxidant Content

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Botanical illustration of a dark purple elderberry cluster, leaves, and a cross-section of a berry labeled Sambucus nigra.
Elderberries remain a seasonal wellness staple for anyone seeking to reinforce their daily immune defenses with potent antioxidants.

3. Elderberries (14,697 micromoles TE/100g)

Elderberries hold a prized place in traditional wellness practices, backed by a high ORAC measurement of 14,697 micromoles of Trolox Equivalents per 100 grams. Abundant in quercetin and specialized phenolic compounds, elderberries strengthen your immune defenses and support respiratory wellness.

You should always enjoy elderberries fully cooked or in prepared syrups and jams, as raw elderberries contain natural plant compounds that cause stomach discomfort when eaten uncooked.

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