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What's New at Skagit Sun

Our stands closed on Sunday, October 2nd. Our last markets of the year are this weekend. Come on by to the Queen Anne Farmers Market, Coupeville Farmers Market, and the Mercer Island Farmers Market from Thursday, October 6th to Sunday, October 9th and get the last fresh berries of the season!

If we don't see you, thanks so much for an amazing season, and we look forward to seeing you all next year!

Youthful skin, Cancer prevention
Are just two of the many benefits of eating berries. In particular, blueberries have been found to contain more disease-fighting antioxidants than any other fruit or vegetable. But raspberries and strawberries aren't too bad for you, either.

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Want to retain your memory?
Try a blueberry. Lower your risk factors for some cancers? Make blueberries part of your diet. How about a great natural source of antioxidants for optimum health? That’s right, true blues.

The long list of health benefits associated with...

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Health & Nutrition / General Information
Red raspberries are a healthy addition to your diet. This fruit is delicious and nutritious packed full of vitamins, antioxidants and fiber.

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Studies find Blueberries beat cholesterol drug
A compound in blueberries appears to be as effective at lowering cholesterol as a commercial drug, with fewer side effects, according to a new study using cells from rat livers.

The compound, called pterostilbene, has the potential to be developed into a natural medicine for lowering cholesterol...

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