Blueberries are Powerful Antioxidant
Posted by Ina Woolcott
My daughter Aiyana and I love blueberries. Aiyana will eat a whole organic carton as a snack at least twice a week when they are in season. They are often on offer at Sainsburys or Tescos, and when we go shopping there I will often give her a carton to eat whilst she is sitting in the trolley. My mum just sent me an article about the countless health benefits of blueberries which I would like to share with you. Below are a few excerpts followed by the link. Happy reading!
‘Packed with antioxidant phytonutrients called anthocyanidins, blueberries neutralise free radical damage to the collagen matrix of cells and tissues that can lead to cataracts, glaucoma, varicose veins, haemorrhoids, peptic ulcers, heart disease and cancer. Anthocyanins, the blue-red pigments found in blueberries, improve the integrity of support structures in the veins and entire vascular system’.
They also offer cardio-protective action, promote gastrointestinal health, improve night-time vision, protect against macular degeneration, may reduce the effects of age-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, protect against colon and ovarian cancer and also can help relieve both diarrhoea and constipation.
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Ina Woolcott ~ passionate about the Earth, about our Children and about creating a better world.