Benefits of Blueberry

Blueberry (Vaccinium)

Spesies Blueberry

Vaccinium angustifolium (Low Blueberry Bushes) Vaccinium boreale (North Blueberries) Vaccinium caesariense (Blueberry New Jersey) Vaccinium corymbosum (Northern High Bush Blueberries) Vaccinium darrowii (Southern High Bush Blueberry) Vaccinium elliottii (Blueberry Elliott) Vaccinium formosum (Southern Blueberry)

Vaccinium fuscatum (High Bush Black Blueberry; sin. V. atrococcum) Vaccinium hirsutum (Blueberry Hairy) Vaccinium myrtilloides (Blueberry Kanada) Vaccinium pallidum ( Blueberry Barren Land) Vaccinium simulatum (Blueberry Bushes High Plateau) Vaccinium tenellum (Southern Blueberry) Vaccinium virgatum (Rabbit Eye Blueberry; sin. V. ashei)

Some species of blue fruit Vaccinium:

• Vaccinium koreanum
• Vaccinium myrsinites (Blueberry Green Leaf)

Active Compounds
Nutrition in Blueberries :
Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B-12, Vitamin B-6, Iron, Magnesium, Protein, Dietary fiber,
Sodium, Potassium, Carbohydrate.

Benefits and Function Blueberries

1. To increase endurance. According to a study, blueberries turned out to contain more antioxidants than other fruits and vegetables. Antioxidants are good for the immune system, by neutralizing the free radicals caused by toxins or cigarette. The antioxidant benefits resulting from pigment-producing blue color in blueberries.
2. Brain stimulation. Diligently eating blueberries can make the brain work more actively and more clever. The study also said that the habit of eating blueberries can improve memory in later life.
3. Good for dry skin. In the realm of beauty, blueberry donate one other important benefits, which smoothes skin texture.
4. Helped sharpen vision. Consumption of blueberries every day two will avoid yourself from the risk of decreased vision in the eye due to increasing age.
5. Healthy heart. Blueberries contain ingredients that are good for heart health. With the consumption of five or six pieces each week, will help lower the risk of developing a heart attack.
6. Lowering blood of glucose. Blueberry fruit is a fruit with a low glycemic index, which is good for blood of glucose regulation, particularly for those with diabetes. Consumption of these five fruits every day, and you will feel the positive benefits to the body.  
7. Prevent cancer. With diligent eating half a cup of blueberry juice every day, its anthocyanin content can prevent cancer.
8. Preventing infection in the urinary tract. Such as cranberries, blueberries are also good for preventing bacterial or bladder infection.
9. Lose fat in the abdomen. With polyphenol ingredients found in them, nutritious blueberries reduce excess fat around the stomach and reduce problems in the body's metabolism. Due to the low calorie content, the fruit is good to eat for you who were undergoing a diet program.
10. Treating cellulite. Raw blueberries contains four grams of fiber. Fiber is in it more easily absorbed than water though.
11. Good for the bones. Material containing manganese blueberries good for the bones so powerful in strengthening bones and you will avoid the risk of brittle.