Blueberries are highly recommended foods both to prevent and treat urinary infections, improve the health of the cardiovascular system and other issues. Now, are they really as effective as they appear to be? Could a handful of these fruits protect us from disease and improve our health?
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties have been attributed to them and the potential of their nutrients has been widely discussed, to the point that there is the hypothesis that extracts and other compounds from this fruit could be useful to improve various types of treatment.
To clear up some doubts and resolve concerns, here is a review of blueberries, based on scientific evidence.
What is really known about blueberries?
Blueberries are fruits rich in fiber, vitamin C (which has antioxidant action) and other nutrients such as: potassium, iron and calcium (which fulfill various functions in the body). They also contain a wide variety of phytonutrients, such as proanthocyanidins, phenolic acids, anthocyanins, triterpenoids, and flavonoids.
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