Urinary tract infections? How about some blueberries? Rutgers University researchers have isolated yet another blueberry compound that appears to promote urinary tract health. It seems special components of the blueberry inhibit the ability of some types of infectious bacteria to adhere to the walls of the urinary tract.
Your eyesight? European studies have documented the relationship between bilberries (the European cousin of the American blueberry) and improved eyesight. One study conducted in Japan releaved that blueberries may help ease eyes fatigue. The magic components again? The out dark blue pigment. The belief that certain foods have medicinal and other healing properties has been with us since the first recorded and documented writings ever produced by man. Today food properties and their potential for healing are being explored by both the food and medical sciences. Though blueberries are not a cure-all, it goes without saying that the natural substances they contain are now thought to have marked health benefits, including naturally occurring fiber, antioxidants and vitamins. So far, the powerful antioxidant properties of the blueberry seem to have the most conclusive role in the prevention and delay of certain diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and the aging process. The caveat. There exist no long term human studies to date. However, why look a gift horse in the mouth? Have you had your blueberries today? Credited to Linda Posh
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