HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLUEBERRIES

 Blueberries contain a plant compound called anthocyanin. This gives blueberries both their blue color and many of their health benefits.

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Blueberries can help heart health, bone strength, skin health, blood pressure, diabetes management, cancer prevention, and mental health.One cup of blueberries provides 24 percent of a person recommended daily allowance of vitamin C.

A type of flavonoid called anthocyanin gives blueberries many of their health benefits. Flavonoids are plant compounds that often have a powerful antioxidant effect.

Anthocyanin is responsible for the blueberry's characteristic blue color. It also contributes to the numerous advantages of blueberries.

Consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables has long been associated with a reduced risk of many lifestyle- related health conditions.

Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods such as blueberries decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and overall mortality. Plant foods may also promote hair and skin health, increased energy, and overall lower weight.

Freezing blueberries is often discussed by experts. It is often said that the freezing process can diminish the potency of the blueberry's health benefits. One study showed that over the course of 6 months in storage, the anthocyanin degraded by 59 percent.

Although more research is needed, blueberries are strongly linked to various different elements of healthful living