Blueberries are tasty fruits, characterized by their blue-black color and fragrant taste. This superfood provides vitamins and fibers that gently stimulate intestinal function. It contains more than 80% water with many dissolved antioxidants, minerals, and trace elements including potassium, zinc, and copper.
These berries are one of the most trending and popular summer treats of all time. They are succulent, sweet, full of nutrients, and can be eaten as freshly picked as well as adding into a variety of recipes.
Blueberry; A Slimming Food
This gourmet fruit is a slimming ally since it has slimming nutrients that promote satiety by promoting fat loss, and also helps boost the immune system. Researchers from the Cardiovascular Research Laboratory of Michigan (USA) shows that obese rats with a diet enriched with blueberries lost their abdominal fat, reduced their cholesterol levels, and regulated their sugar levels.
According to these researchers, the results of this study suggest that the high antioxidant content of blueberries alters the storage of fats. Also, these antioxidants(flavonoids) are also protective against certain types of cancer. As observed in the laboratory, wild blueberry juice would slow the growth of human cancer cells (stomach, prostate, bowel, and breast). Therefore, its advisable to make blueberries part of your slimming diet.
Other Health Benefits of Blueberries
Flavonoids present in this superfood are the most powerful antioxidants. Clinical and epidemiological studies indicate that intake of flavonoids in beverages and foods reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Phenolic compounds present in these berries help to slow the onset of heart diseases by lowering the blood lipid oxidation. Additionally, adding blueberries to a diet rich in vegetables decreases cholesterol levels.
Studies have also shown that fermented wild blueberry juice has anti-diabetic properties. This extract protects against the development of diabetes or glucose intolerance.
Blueberries are essential in slashing blood pressure and keeping the heart healthy leading to a healthy life.
