Vaccinium myrtillus- Bilberry The health benefits...

Bilberry is a perennial shrub native to North America, where even today most of the berries are grown. Fresh and ripe fruits are mostly purple, and sometimes may be darker, almost black.

Blueberries are a superfood rights; full of nutrients and bring enormous benefits to health, as well as being low in calories.

The health benefits of blueberries
Blueberries contain a diverse range of nutrients and the richest are manganese, vitamins C and K, and dietary fiber.  They are rich in potassium, calcium and phosphorus, and still more by the content of phytonutrients.  Blueberries have significant amounts of pectin, which lowers cholesterol, and anthocyanins - one of the most powerful antioxidants.  He gives a blue, purple and red fruits and vegetables, and it is believed that reduces the risk of inflammation and cancer.

Fruits are not only part of blueberries beneficial to health. The leaves and blueberries have numerous medicinal properties recognized in folk medicine. From sheets to prepare tea that helps with a number of conditions such as diarrhea, inflammation of the mouth and throat, as well as diabetes.

Also, the tea may promote hair growth, if it is regularly rubbed into the scalp.

Like the rest of berries, blueberries have a low glycemic index. Recent research has shown that a good influence on the regulation of blood sugar in people suffering from diabetes type second

Regular consumption of blueberries has a beneficial effect on blood pressure of men and women, regardless of age.In studies, patients with high blood pressure blueberries have significantly reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

They protect the retina
of the eye retina suffers a high risk of oxidative damage, but blueberries also help in this regard. Anthocyanins in blueberries protect the retina from oxidative stress and the negative impact of solar radiation.  The studies confirm the role of anthocyanins in the treatment of low vision and decreased vision.  Anthocyanins act on blood vessels in the retina so that they enhance the function and also prevent the degeneration of the macula.

Keep the youth of the brain
may most important research on blueberries found that they could become an important ally in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.  The study included older people with an average age of 76 years. Twelve weeks of consuming blueberries was enough to improve results on tests of cognitive function.  The authors are convinced that the blueberries are not only useful for improving memory.  They delay the onset of other cognitive problems associated with aging and could be of great importance in Alzheimer's disease.

Briefly:

• lowering cholesterol levels
• help Type 2 diabetes
• reduce high blood pressure
• improve memory and other cognitive functions
• prevent urinary tape
• soothe menstrual cramps
• improve hair growth
• protect eye health

Eating and keeping blueberry
Like other fruits, blueberries fresh have the best taste and highest nutritional benefit.  In the markets you can buy them fresh, and the stores are available and frozen blueberries year-round. When buying fresh blueberries, choose berries that are lively and uniform color.  Shake the container in which they are located - if the berries are not moving freely it may mean that they are soft, damaged or moldy.  When buying frozen blueberries, gently shake the bag to make sure that the berries are not bonded to each other.  This could suggest that thawed and re-frozen.  Before saving blueberries in the refrigerator, remove all broken and moldy berries to prevent the rest of the tooth.

Do not follow them immediately, but only just before consumption. Keep them in a closed container in the refrigerator up to three days. Blueberries can be eaten fresh, or prepare them juices, jams, cakes and ice creams. Try blueberries involved in the shake or fruit salad. Or add them to cereal you eat for breakfast.