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We all know we should eat fruit to maintain our health, but one small fruit towers above the others. The humble blueberry has been proven to help our mental and physical health, no matter what age we are!
REVERSE THE AGING PROCESS
Blueberries are very high in antioxidants, which means they can help slow the aging process, while preventing damage to our DNA. Because of this, consuming blueberries may lower the risk of diseases associated with obesity and cancer.
IMPROVE GLUCOSE METABOLISM AND INSULIN TOLERANCE
Blueberries may also help those with diabetes because of naturally-occuring flavonoids, which have been shown to improve metabolism of glucose in the body.
Flavonoids may also help tolerance in patients with obesity who have sensitivity to insulin, thereby possibly preventing Type 2 diabetes in that group.
Check out this recipe for Blueberry Muffins here!
PROTECT BRAIN FUNCTION
Did you know that blueberries can also improve memory? According to this, there is a link between consuming blueberries and improved brain function, both in children and adults. This powerhouse fruit can also protect psychomotor activity in adults who have minor cognitive delays, as well as those who are healthy.
KEEP THOSE GREYS AT BAY
If you have grey hairs, blueberries may help keep hair from losing its natural color. This is because regularly consuming them will shore up B12 in the body, a deficiency of which is a major cause of greys in the first place.
What’s your favorite way to enjoy blueberries?
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Peach-blueberry pie! Not exactly healthy, but it sure is wonderful when blueberries and peaches are in season! I’m a big believer, like you, in the health benefits of blueberries. Here’s the pie recipe: https://lightbournecreative.com/2020/07/13/the-privileged-life-a-pie-worthy-day/#more-757
Thanks so much for the recipe! And the combo of peaches and blueberries sounds so yummy!
Berries are looking tasty 😋
Yes! Makes it easy to incorporate into our diet 🙂
Love them in a smoothie!
So good! 🙂
Very informative, Jen. I love it! 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Yes, it is. I thank you for the article. 😇
http://cuisine6.home.blog/2021/07/25/hello-foodies-waiting-for-a-new-recipes/
I love putting blueberries in smoothies or pancakes. I may need to up my blueberry intake as I get older…
Yes, it’s good to know before getting older 🙂
I’ve also heard that blueberries are great for anti ageing properties. What a wonderful little fruit!
Agreed! 🙂
I have always enjoyed blueberries. They are great in my morning smoothie or over oatmeal and the list goes on and on…
Great suggestions!
We have four huge blueberry bushes in our yard and I recently made blueberry oatmeal bread. It was so delicious, I think I’m going to keep the recipe as an annual fresh blueberry.
You’re so lucky! And blueberry oatmeal bread sounds delicious 😋