Xtend Barre Encinitas: The New Superfruits

It's not just all about apples and oranges anymore, check out these superfruits and their
health benefits.

ACAI

A dark purple Brazilian berry rich in essential fatty acids and fiber, the fruit also boasts powerful antioxidants such as anthocyanins and flavonoids, which protect your cells from damage and may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

ACEROLA

This sweet fruit is apple-like in flavor and rich in vitamin C. It contains as much immunity-boosting vitamin A as a similar-size serving of carrots.

BLOOD ORANGE

The deep color of this sweet, tart orange comes from anthocyanin, an antioxidant that's been shown to help fight cancer, inflammation and diabetes.

CHERIMOYA

Mark Twain once characterized this complex tropical fruit as "deliciousness itself." It can be sliced or scooped like an avocado and has similar velvety texture. One fruit provides 7 grams of protein and 15 percent of your daily value of iron.

GOJI BERRY

Most commonly found in dried form, this Asian fruit has been used in traditional medicine for years to enhance health and longevity. It packs a massive nutritional punch, including beta carotene, vitamin C, iron, protein, trace minerals and B vitamins.

GUAVA

According to USDA researchers, this fruit may be the highest of them all in antioxidants. One cup delivers 8,500 micrograms of cancer-fighting lycopene and serves up as many of the free radical fighters as one serving of broccoli.

PAPAYA

Rich in immunity-building vitamin A and papain, an enzyme that aids digestion, papaya is a delicious addition to salads and stir-fries.

PASSION FRUIT

This egg-shaped, intensely sweet tropical fruit is rich in cancer-fighting carotenoids and polyphenols. It also delivers an appetite-satisfying 12 grams of fiber per fruit.

POMEGRANATE

The tangy seeds of this fruit are rich in polyphenols, plant chemicals that fight inflammation and may fend off cancer and heart disease.

UGLIFRUIT

The lumpy, bumpy exterior of this milder-tasting cousin of the grapefruit gives this food its name. It's rich in vitamin C and A as well as potassium, and is low in calories.