Amazing Health Benefits of Blueberries

  • Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and proanthocyanidins, which have anti-aging properties.
  • Blueberries contain high amount of phenols, particularly gallic acid as such blueberries are known as “neuro-protective agents. They protect brains from degeneration, neurotoxicity and oxidative stress.
  • Gallic acid-rich foods like blueberries can kill cancer without harming healthy cells.
  • Blueberries promote heart health.
  • Excellent home remedy for acne.
  • Blueberries treats macular degeneration and improve vision.
  • As blueberries are low in calories, glycemic index and high in fiber, hence good choice for people who want to lose weight.
  • Blueberries protects​ against heart disease and cancer, and can also help maintain bone strength, mental health, and healthful blood pressure.
  • Blueberries decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and overall mortality. 
  • Blueberries maintains healthy bones and elasticity of bones and joints.
  • Blueberries contains Vitamin C an essential nutrient, which works to help prevent skin damage. Also improve collagen's ability to smooth wrinkles and enhance overall skin texture​.
  • Blueberries helps in managing diabetes.
  • The fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and phytonutrient content in blueberries supports heart health.
  • Due to fiber content blueberries help to prevent constipation and maintain regularity for a healthful digestive tract.
  • Blueberries contains folate, which plays a role in DNA synthesis and repair. Which can prevent the formation of cancer cells.

Nutritional Information
1 cup of fresh blueberries contains:

Calories
84
Cholesterol​
0gm
Protein
1.1g
Fat
0.49g
Carbohydrate
21.45g
Dietary fiber
3.6g
Total sugars
14.74g
Vitamin C
24%
Vitamin B6
5%
Vitamin K
36%
Calcium
9mg
Iron
0.41mg
Potassium
114mg
Magnesium
9mg
Phosphorus
18mg
Sodium
1mg
Zinc
0.24mg
Folate
9mg

Comments