In a study recently published in the Journal of Agricultural and food Chemistry, these four fruits weighed in with the highest "total antioxidant capacity" of any food.

"In order to prevent this oxidation of cholesterol, we need to consume antioxidants, preferably natural antioxidants that you get from fruits and vegetables," he said in an interview.

The fruit itself is rich in antioxidants and may also have the ability to fight inflammation.