Blueberries are one of the fruits highest in antioxidants. High in vitamin C, B complex, vitamin E, vitamin A, copper, iron, zinc, and selenium – you can’t get much more from such a tiny berry. Blueberries are known as one of your super fruits with good reason. With such a high amount of antioxidants they fight heart disease, lower cholesterol levels, cleanse the body of free radicals and toxins, fight cancer / tumors / disease in general, they boost your immune system, raise your metabolism, balance out your weight, cleanse your urinary tract / kidneys, strengthens your mind / memory, helps you sleep better, improves vision, reduces depression, aids in proper digestion… and the list goes on and on… blueberries are a benefit to almost every major organ in your body. 1/2 a cup a day will impart wonderful benefits.
Recommended reading: https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-blueberries.html
more recommended reading: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/blueberries-nutritious-things-come-in-small-packages_
I could eat blueberries until I burst, but neither of my daughters are very keen on the fruit – so I mix them in with their smoothies. During the hot summer months, a smoothie is usually our evening experiment. Whatever fruit is in the refrigerator is brought out and blended together – I don’t peel (other than citrus) and I don’t worry about things that have a “skin” to them – like grapes and blueberries… the skin of your fruits and vegetables carry the most nutritional goodness – don’t ever peel things that don’t need to be peeled. We use almond milk and / or frozen yogurt along with some frozen fruit or ice cubes. Add a little basil to your smoothies to give it a different flavor… or fresh mint… you should be daily consuming some fresh herbs along with your fruits and vegetables.
Another favorite for me are blueberry scones… mmmm… You’ll find that recipe in the recipe file!
Enjoy!! Blessings… E