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Blueberries

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Blueberries are perennial flowering plants with blue– or purple–colored berries. They are classified in the section Cyanococcus within the genus Vaccinium. Vaccinium also includes cranberries, bilberries, and huckleberries.


Health Benefits

  • The blueberry is a very popular berry. It is low in calories but high in fiber, vitamin C and vitamin K.

  • Blueberries have the highest antioxidant capacity of all the popular fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids appear to be the berries’ antioxidant with the greatest impact.

  • Several studies suggest that blueberries and blueberry juice reduce DNA damage, which is a leading driver of aging and cancer.

  • The antioxidants in blueberries have been shown to reduce a predominant risk factor for heart disease by preventing oxidative damage to “bad” LDL cholesterol.

Nutrition Details

  • Potassium
    • Amount per serving: 114g
    • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Sodium
    • Amount per serving: 1mg
    • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Vitamin C
    • Amount per serving: 24%
    • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Vitamin B6
    • Amount per serving: 5%
    • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Magnesium
    • Amount per serving: 2%
    • Serving size: 1 cup

NaturalHealth365 Articles About (or that mention) "Blueberries"

Can blueberries reduce your risk for heart disease?

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(NaturalHealth365) As we all know, blueberries are packed with lots of great Can blueberries reduce your risk for heart disease?


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