Health & Nutrition

Nuttrition Fact

Blueberries are often said to be a superfood, but what is it that puts them into that prestigious category? Check out all of the great things blueberries can do for your health!

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Packed with vitamins, blueberries are low in calories and incredibly healthy. Eating blueberries may benefit heart and brain health, as well as help regulate blood sugar levels. Blueberries contain iron, phosphorous, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and vitamin K. Each of these is a component of bone. Adequate intake of these minerals and vitamins contributes to building and maintaining bone structure and strength. (healthline.com)

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Just one cup of blueberries provides 24 percent of a person recommended daily allowance of vitamin C. This provides immune support and aids in maintaining skin integrity. (MedicalNewsToday.com)

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Blueberries are high in manganese. Manganese helps the body process cholesterol and nutrients such as carbohydrates and protein.(MedlinePlus.gov)

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Blueberries contain iron, phosphorous, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and vitamin K. Each of these is a component of bone. Adequate intake of these minerals and vitamins contributes to building and maintaining bone structure and strength. (MedicalNewsToday.com)

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A type of flavonoid called anthocyanin gives blueberries many of their health benefits. Flavonoids are plant compounds that often have a powerful antioxidant effect. Researchers are currently pursuing four areas to better understand the role that blueberries may play in promoting good health in reference to cardiovascular health, brain health, insulin response, and cancer research.(MedicalNewsToday.com)

California biggest blueberry fan Tawnie travels to Critchley Farms in Kingsburg and whip up a batch of fresh blueberry lemon cookies.