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Calories: 100

Fat: 0

Carbohydrates: 25 g

Dietary fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 19 g

Sodium: 0 mg

Protein: 0 g

A good source of soluble fiber, which is helpful in controlling blood pressure, lipids, cholesterol and blood sugar, Katz said.

Because it involves a lot of chewing, it can make you feel more satiated, Katz said.

Good for an upset stomach, Giancoli said.

Loaded with phytochemicals, including antioxidant flavenoids like quercetin, which is good for heart health and could have anti-cancer properties, and proanthocyanidins, which may protect urinary tract and heart health, Giancoli said.
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Kristen Heckert (center in purple tee), Plainfield South High School girl's cross country coach, sets the pace at team practice Sept. 17, 2013 in Plainfield. She was the fastest local woman runner in last year's Chicago Marathon and will also run this year.
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