5 Nutritional Benefits of Blueberries

You've heard the phrase, "Good things come in small packages."  In this case, it would be right. This tiny fruit called the blueberry has made an impact in the health industry and on our palate, becoming one of the best superfoods on the market.

Finding ripe fruit isn’t always easy during the winter, and who wants to wait until July to celebrate National Blueberry Month?  I know I don’t, especially when National Blueberry Pancake Day falls in January!

The truth is, whenever it’s possible, adding blueberries to our diet for healthy living is something we should consider whether they are fresh (which is best) or frozen.  It’s simply a matter of season or convenience most of the time.

Fresh or frozen, blueberries have been proven to keep your heart, brain, and body healthy.  Any day is perfect for enjoying this great tasting fruit that packs a whole lot of goodness in something so small. 

See how much a cup of berries a day can do for your health by looking at what the experts have to say about our beloved blueberries.  Here are a few good reasons why we should be adding blueberries to our meals for healthy eating.

5 Nutritional Benefits of Blueberries

1. Blueberries are fat free and only 80 calories per cup.

2. Blueberries are loaded with vitamin C, which has a variety of health benefits including maintaining healthy gums and immune systems.

3. Blueberries have fiber. A handful of blueberries a day gives you the fiber you need, helps your heart and lowers cholesterol.

4. Blueberries are good producers of manganese, which is needed to help give energy.

5. Blueberries are a superfood when it comes to antioxidants, which helps to stabilize free radicals that cause cancer, diseases and heart problems.

Try including blueberries in your meal plans and snacks several days a week.  Add them to pancakes, muffins, smoothies or fresh fruit platters.  Get used to eating this superfood and start enjoying its wonderful benefits.

Visit the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council website for more information about the benefits of blueberries.

Read my article for more tips and fun facts about National Blueberry Pancake Day which is January 28th, but like me, you can celebrate it all year!

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Notes: Recipes are designed for the way I eat and not necessarily that of other vegetarians or vegans.
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