Blueberry

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Compared to strawberry, blueberry ranked second in popularity. However, in terms of nutrients, it has already achieved superstar status among the many fruits. There are different varieties of blueberry, but all of them provide the much needed phytonutrients that makes the fruit an antioxidant.

Special Precautions of Blueberry

The benefits of Blueberry are

Because of its being an antioxidant, this fruit rich in vitamin C and manganese can protects the heart, balances blood sugar and insulin, improves cognitive functions and protect the retina from oxygen destruction.

  • Blueberries—contain natural aspirin that helps lessen the tissue-damaging effects of chronic inflammation.
  • Good source of Pterostilbene.
  • Contains antioxidants that fight cancer and other diseases.
  • Have cholesterol lowering properties and promote heart health.
  • Prevent macular degeneration.
  • Promote urinary health.
  • Have been called "brain food" and can help with Alzheimer's prevention.
  • Anti-aging foods (of which wild blueberries are one of the best) can delay and reverse the signs of aging.
  • Help protect circulatory health.
  • Are an excellent anti-diabetes food, both in prevention and control of the disease.
  • Are one of nature's perfect anti-inflammatory foods.
  • Help to promote and maintain digestive health.
  • Aid with weight loss and a healthy diet.