What is the benefit of blueberry?
Both berries and leaves are used medicinally. Blueberry leaves can be brewed as tea, which is said to lower blood sugar levels. However, recent animal research suggests that long term use administered in large doses can have adverse effects and it seems best not to use them regularly or excessively. Berries are known to enhance the peripheral blood circulation, which improves, among other things, the eye sight. This is particularly beneficial for diabetics and for people who find it hard to adjust to badly lit conditions. They are also hailed to improve blood supply to the brain and thus an excellent brain food. These findings suggest that Blueberries would recommend themselves as an ideal snack fruit for the elderly. They have also been found to reduce cholesterol and to catch free radicals. In fact, according to a study by Tuffts University, which examined 60 different fruit and vegetables, blueberries demonstrated the highest levels of antioxidant activity. Blueberries also act on t
