Was I surprised to read several reports lately putting blueberries on top of list for Anti-Oxidant power? Yes, for sure. Look below for several links to get you started on the many health benefits from this blue berry.
Read about one ingredient that helps lower cholesterol in lab studies. Now, if that does the same for people!
Another ingredient just like Cranberry.......helps Urinary Tract problems. And many other things are coming to light now that researchers are sincerely interested.
One blueberry farmer in Michigan has noticed people with cancer coming to buy all they can. Seems they believe the proven Anti-Oxidant power found in this fruit will help them as they endure Chemo treatments. Many doctors have reported on anti-oxidant power defeating free radicals. Wouldn't that be great if something as simple as this could help build up our immunity system.
Laboratory studies suggest that increased blueberry consumption may reverse age-related short-term memory loss and help people to regain some balance and coordination. Scientific reports published over the last five years, stemming from studies at Tufts University, Rutgers University, and the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, all have hailed the blueberry’s nutritional assets.
There were 166 million pounds of blueberries produced for retail sale in North America last year, up about 84 percent since 1995, according to the Michigan Blueberry Growers Association.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says blueberries rank No. 1 in antioxidant activity compared to 40 other fruits and vegetables. They have no cholesterol and low calorie. Many researchers advise 1/2 cup daily. (42 calories) I'll take a cup. :>)
PS: Since posting this a few days ago I just noticed another company that offers wild blueberry juice concentrate. 100% natural, 100% juice. I'm not selling this but it does appeal to me. It takes about 24 pounds of fresh blueberries to make one quart. One tablespoon equals juice from one cup of berries. A quart will last two months if you take one tablespoon daily. Click here.
Check out these blueberry resources.
Texas Blueberry Growers
Michigan Blueberry Growers
BBC News Blueberry Report
Prize Winning Grower tells secrets
New research shows blueberries lower LDL cholesterol better than statin drugs
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