* Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs) interacts with BILBERRY
==The benefits of Bilberry are==
*Vision : Bilberry is primarily used for eye conditions and to strengthen blood vessels. During World War II, British Royal Air Force pilots reportedly found that eating bilberry jam just before a mission improved their night vision which prompted researchers to investigate bilberry's properties. Bilberry is also used for glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and cataracts.
* Historically, bilberry fruits were used to treat diarrhea and scurvy. Today, bilberry fruits are taken to treat diarrhea, menstrual cramps, and circulatory problems. Edible berries such as bilberry, blueberry, cranberry, elderberry, raspberry, and strawberry are good sources of natural anthocyanin antioxidants and other antioxidants.
* Diabetes : Bilberry leaves have long been used in traditional medicine to control blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes, and we now know that all types of berries can help lower blood sugar levels after consuming meals high in sugar.
*Strengthen blood vessels : The anthocyanins in bilberry may strengthen the walls of blood vessels, reduce inflammation and stabilize tissues containing collagen, such as cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Grape seed contains similar substances, however, bilberry's anthocyanins are thought to have particular benefits for the eye.
*Because bilberry is thought to strengthen blood vessels, it's sometimes taken orally for varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
* Preventing Cancer : Bilberries are a good source of [[Cyanidin]].