"Black food is in. And we're not talking about your grandmother's fried chicken or Aunt Sadie's peach cobbler. Instead, it seems that with food, the darker it is, the better it is for you." Alicia Villarosa
Who knew that black foods could get you back into that little black dress! I love black rice blended with wild and mahogany rice, and you can't live in the Southwest without enjoying black beans. Blueberries are a staple for me, as are blackberries in season, and a brick of black tea is a prized commodity in my family. So, the root.com "Food Coloring" article about black foods caught my eye.
The foods on the darker side are packed full of anti-oxidants, and add flavor and nutrients without packing on the calories. Have you tried acai juice, yet? It's delicious, and one of Dr. Perricone's Top 10 Foods. Read the article to find common darker side foods that are easy to integrate into your eating regimen.
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If your grocer has a good whole/health foods section, you should be able to find it. There are a couple of organic juice makers offering blends of acai with something else.
Whole Foods carries the juice, and I believe I saw dried berries. :)
September 9, 2008 - 4:09pmThis Comment
Love this Alysia. I also try to have blueberries a few times a week. In fact, I buy several pounds at a time and freeze a few pounds just to make sure I have some on hand. I know some purists may scoff but sometimes they're great even if they're slightly frozen. And I haven't tried acai juice yet, although I keep hearing more and more about it. Can I buy this at a grocery store? Or is it more of a specialty food? Thanks again.
September 8, 2008 - 8:35pmThis Comment