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It is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and fiber.
2/3/2023
In general, fruits and vegetables provide a series of nutrients that are key to preserving the health of the body and therefore their daily intake should be a priority, since their regular consumption helps prevent various diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and obesity.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that both children and adults consume at least 400 grams a day, while the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) ensures that these products prevent all forms of malnutrition (undernutrition, micronutrient deficiency, overweight and obesity) and help reduce the risk of noncommunicable diseases.
These are compelling reasons for fruits to be included in the daily diet and one of the ones that should not be missing are blueberries, which are not only rich in flavor, but also make great contributions in vitamins A, B and C, They strengthen the immune system and fight infections.
Similarly, they are a fruit with a high fiber content, which helps with normal digestion, while vitamin C and other antioxidants and chemicals can reduce inflammation and destroy cancer cells, says the National Library of Medicine of USA.
Various uses of blueberries
According to this institution, people use blueberries for aging, memory and thinking skills, high blood pressure, athletic performance, diabetes, and many other conditions, but more scientific evidence is needed to support these uses. .
Good for controlling blood pressure
Tua Saúde ensures that these fruits contain significant amounts of anthocyanins, phytochemicals with antioxidant and antihypertensive properties that improve the function of the endothelium, cells that line the inner surface of blood vessels, thus helping to regulate blood flow and control blood pressure. in addition to preventing the development of hypertension.
Along these lines, the Cuerpo Mente portal ensures that there is research that indicates its effectiveness in controlling hypertension, reducing triglycerides, increasing “good” cholesterol and preventing “bad” oxidation. These effects help prevent heart and circulatory diseases.
These fruits are rich in anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that reinforce the collagen structure in the retina and provide additional protection for eyesight, says Johanna Seddon, macular degeneration expert and co-author of the book. Eat Right For Your Sight, quoted in a publication of AARP, an American association that serves people over 50 years of age.
With these benefits, the chances of developing diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration are reduced, according to a publication in the journal Better with Health, written by Daniela Echeverri Castro.
Other benefits are attributed to the regular consumption of this fruit, such as protecting the liver and intestinal microbiota, help lose weight, prevent the development of urinary infections, control diabetes, improve cognitive ability, strengthen bones and teeth, and take care of the heart, among others.
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