Ah Blueberries! When we think of them, we think of a blue mouth. When my kids were young, we visited my mother in law in Maine. The blueberries there are amazing, BUT they grow in little bushes close to the ground. So while picking not only your mouth gets blue when tasting, but so do your knees and feet (and any clothing that was on you!). The local blueberry picking site at the farm is in large bushes (under a high tension wire to boot and so they are huge!). Anyhow, they are much easier to pick and you dont get as blue. So, when you think about blueberries, do you think of a blue mouth, OR do you think of all the nutrition in those little blue round balls?
The funny thing is, blueberries have been with us for many years. We know it's blueberry season, and try to get 'em while we can. Up until recently, blueberries were just another berry that came into season. Now they are famous! Why? Because they are a powerhouse of nutrition!
Here are some fun facts - did you know:
Blueberries are not only antioxidants, but may also be the cure all for certain illnesses or diseases?
Blueberries can shrink tumors? Mice were tested in Ohio State Univ, and were given an extract. They lived twice as long and their tumors shrank.
Blueberries can inhibit the growth of bladder and liver cancer cells?
Blueberries contain a compound chemical related to Resveratrol that may cut the development of liver cancer lesions in half?
Blueberries can cleanse the urinary tract and prevent bladder infections?
Blueberries also:
Promote intestinal health
Fight inflammation related to gout and arthritis
Protects against macular degeneration
Improve cognitive function
Reduce cholesterol
Reduce nasal congestion
And taste great!!! My family loves them in pancakes, on cereal, in shakes and on top of non-dairy ice cream!
I know, but they cost 4.99 a pint! Maybe its time to consider the health benefits of these little berries, and maybe cut out something a little less healthy and substitute blueberries instead.
Enjoy!!
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