Antioxidants are compounds naturally found in foods, including pomegranates. However, pomegranates aren't the only source of these essential health-promoting compounds.

Eating a colorful, plant-rich diet ensures you get a mix of antioxidants that work together to support heart, brain, and immune health and longevity.

1. Blueberries

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Blueberries are one of the richest sources of antioxidants, specifically anthocyanins , the pigments that give them their deep blue-purple color. Anthocyanins are linked to better brain function, less inflammation, and a lower risk of heart disease.

Studies show that regularly eating blueberries can help protect brain cells from oxidative stress (an imbalance of unstable molecules and antioxidants in the body) and may

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