Where does Bilberry come from?
Bilberry is a relative of the American blueberry and is a short, shrubby perennial growing in northern Europe. The first recorded medical use of Bilberry was in the 16th century, when this herbal medicine was used to treat scurvy amongst sailors. During World War II, British RAF pilots noted that their night vision improved after eating Bilberry preserves. This sparked scientific research into this herb and today Bilberry is used to treat a wide variety of eye disorders.
