Blueberries, Blueberries…
It is good that Nature created these tiny and wonderful fruits for us. The blue pearls of Nature…
Why?
Perhaps this is why:
Blueberries are low in calories, but high in nutrients Redbush (Vaccinium sect. Cyanococcus) is a flowering shrub that produces berries with a bluish, purple hue - known as… blueberries. 🫐
They are closely related to similar shrubs, such as those that produce red raspberries and blackberries but…even better creation of mother Nature.
Blueberries are among the fruits with the highest nutrient content (wonder-fruits)
A teacup (about 150 grams) portion of blueberries contains:
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Vitamin C: 24% of the required daily intake for a person
- Vitamin K: 36% of the required daily intake for a person
- Manganese: 25% of the required daily intake for a person human dose
- Small amounts of various nutrients.
They're also about 85% water, and a full cup contains just 84 calories and 15 grams of carbs. This makes them an excellent source of several important nutrients.
Blueberries are thought to have one of the highest levels of antioxidants of any common fruit and vegetable.
Blueberries reduce DNA damage, which may help protect against aging and cancer.
Because blueberries are high in antioxidants, they can neutralize some of the free radicals that damage our DNA.
Blueberries protect our blood cholesterol from damage.
Oxidative damage isn't limited to our cells and DNA. It's also problematic when our "bad" LDL cholesterol becomes oxidized.
In fact, the oxidation of "bad" LDL cholesterol is a crucial step in the heart disease process. (Which I personally recently experienced and I can assure you,it is not a very pleasant thing…)
Antioxidants in blueberries are strongly associated with reduced levels of oxidized LDL.
Blueberries can help maintain brain function and improve memory.
Oxidative stress can accelerate the brain's aging process by negatively affecting the brain function.
According to animal studies, the antioxidants in blueberries may affect areas of the brain that are essential for intelligence. (Smart Nature)
Blueberries are incredibly healthy and nutritious. They boost heart health, brain function, and many other aspects of the body.
What's more, they're sweet, colorful and super tasty, whether fresh or frozen.
The best thing about the blueberries?...is that they grow free almost everywhere in the Mountains and what is better than a blueberry mountain walk?
😊
Never too late to add them to your daily diet.
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A.A
Stob, Bulgaria