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Blueberry |
Blueberry fruits are round and slightly flattened in shape. They have a crown like structure on the calyx end (bottom) of the fruit and a depressed ring on the top of the fruit where the stem was attached.
The skin is smooth and soft and ranges from light blue to dark blue, often with a grayish cast. Blueberries are small, usually around 1/2 inch in diameter. |
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HEALTH TIPS |
- Blueberries are one of the richest sources of antioxidants. The antioxidants play a pivotal role in keeping our body healthy and young.
- These berries are rich in an anti-cancer agent, several, which helps combat the fatal disease.
- They contain chemicals that are believed to decrease the growth of cervical and breast cancer cells by a considerable percentage.
- Various experiments conducted have also indicated that eating blueberries improves short term memory loss and improves balance and coordination.
- A compound found in blueberries called the pterostilbene, has been found to develop into a nutraceutical for lowering cholesterol.
- They are also beneficial in reducing effects of age related conditions such as Alzheimer's or Dementia.
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