Blueberries & Health:
The Very Healthy Berry

Piquant and tasty blueberries are a long-standing favorite in jellies, jams, pies, and simply mixed in with a bowl of yogurt. But blueberries do more than just satisfy your cravings for something sweet. They also deliver a wide range of health benefits.

Blueberries are high in these healthy components:

• Tannins: lower the levels of a protein that causes the metastasis of cancer.
  
  
• Anthocyanin Compounds: lower cholesterol and lipid levels for better heart health and reduce the risk of several types of cancer.
  
  
• Proanthocyanidin Compounds: promote urinary tract health and prevent risk of infection.
  
  
• Antioxidants: lower cholesterol and lipid levels for better heart health and reduce the risk of several types of cancer.
  

Anthocyanin, the compound that gives blueberries their intense color, is also a key contributor in their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Anthocyanin subdues free radicals which cause DNA and cell membrane damage. Free radicals can be highly destructive. They trigger oxidative stress, which can lead to many of the dysfunctions and diseases associated with aging – including Alzheimer’s Disease.

So stay sharp, stay healthy, stay young and eat blueberries!

The Nutrient Value of Blueberries

Source: USDA (www.nal.usda.gov)
* Percent Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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