If you've ever seen a fruit of the loom commercial, you know the apple always steals the show. Apples are both delicious and nutritious but don't let the name of this blog fool you. I'm ready to shift the focus to one of my favorite fruits, BLUEBERRIES.
Womenfitness.net recently published an article describing the top health benefits of blueberries and I thought I'd pass the information along.
(1) Blueberries have the highest antioxidant capacity of all fruits. These antioxidants help boost the immune system and help fight against infection.
(2) Antioxidants neutralize free radicals and fight against aging
(3) New research shows the fruit may help reduce belly fat and also reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease
(4) They help promote urinary tract health. They have antibiotic properties which can help the body overcome these infections
(5) They are proven to preserve vision. Research has shown blueberries to prevent or delay ocular problems due to aging.
(6) Blueberries are found to impact brain health. They have been shown to not only prevent, but heal neurotic disorders such as schizophrenia. Plus they prevent degeneration and death of neurons and heal damaged neurons which contributes to higher memory function, learning capacity, and motor function.
(7) Its nutrients help prevent and cure heart disease with its high fiber content and antioxidants which help absorb bad cholesterol
(8) Eating a substantial amount can help with digestion and constipation.
(9) They contain nutrients that help prevent and cure cancer
(10) They also serve as natural anti-depressants
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