Michael Mosley hails delicious fruits that reduce risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke

We all know it’s important to get five a day, but Dr. Michael Mosley has hailed one fruit in particular that works wonders for our health.

The diet guru who popularized the Fast 800 diet has shared the benefits of eating the popular fruit daily, saying it can help reduce the risk of serious health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and strokes.

Dr Mosley shared these tips on his website Fast 800, where he offers nutritional advice and urged everyone to include strawberries in their diet, while outlining the key health benefits of eating this tasty fruit and low in calories.

The website states: “Strawberries may help limit inflammation, manage blood sugar levels, reduce the risk of diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and high cholesterol, while containing good dose of vitamin C to support your immune system. also low in calories, so they’re a great sweet option to enjoy on fasting and non-fasting days.

“Topping strawberries with chopped hazelnuts and pumpkin seeds provides an extra boost of healthy fats that can help keep you full all evening after your meal.” Pumpkin seeds, in particular, have even been shown to improve heart health, fertility, mood, and energy levels. and quality of sleep. Paired with the decadent dark chocolate topping, which also improves mood and blood circulation.

Strawberries are full of antioxidants such as anthocyanins and ellagic acid, which can help protect your body from oxidative stress as well as reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer. They are also full of fiber which aids digestion, healthy bowel movements and regulates blood sugar levels.

Dr Mosley shared a simple and delicious recipe to help you include strawberries in your diet – as well as chocolate by explaining how to make Chocolate Berry Bites. He said: “Full of polyphenols from dark chocolate, good fats from nuts and antioxidants from strawberries. What’s not to like? »

Ingredients

• 100 g of plain dark chocolate (around 85% cocoa)
• 2 teaspoons of coconut oil
• 15 g flaked almonds, roughly chopped
• 15 g pistachios (shelled), roughly chopped
• 6 strawberries, washed and dried

Method

1. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl with the coconut oil in a small saucepan of boiling water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Carefully place the bowl on the pot, making sure the base of the bowl does not touch the surface of the water. Let it melt slowly for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. You can also microwave the chocolate and coconut oil on high for 1 to 2 minutes in 30-second intervals, stirring the chocolate between each interval until it is almost completely melted.
2. Once melted, remove the hot bowl from the pan. Incorporate the pistachios and half of the almonds into the chocolate mixture.
3. Evenly distribute the remaining almonds in the bottom of 6 ice cube molds.
4. Pour the chocolate mixture into the ice cube molds, then garnish each with a strawberry, stem side up.
5. Place the molds in the refrigerator and let sit for about 2 to 3 hours or until set before serving.

He then suggested: “These treats are best enjoyed occasionally and preferably after a meal. If strawberries are not in season, any fresh berry will do. Store leftovers in an airtight container at refrigerator or in a cool, dark cupboard.”

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