Overview
A weakened Immune System leads to Cancer and a strong
Immune
System destroys Cancer cells. It is common knowledge that antioxidants can be used as Immune System Boosters. Obtaining Antioxidants naturally from Foods is generally considered to be the most beneficial and healthy practice. Flavonoids including Anthocyanins are powerful Antioxidants that protect the body against Oxidative Damage by neutralizing Free Radicals. Blueberries contain a host of antioxidants such as Anthocyanin, Ferulic Acid, and Vitamins A, C, and E, which have anti-aging and anti-cancer properties.
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| Apples also contain Ferulic Acid |
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| Ferulic Acid Antioxidant |
Antioxidants are linked to Weight Control. People who consume more Antioxidants weigh less, even when they don’t keep tabs on their Calories. Blueberries contain Antioxidants that scavenge Free Radicals. Anthocyanin, which is the pigment that makes the Blueberry blue, is the Key Antioxidant. Blueberries cause natural Weight Loss by inhibiting the formation of Adipocytes, the Fat Cells that are responsible for Fat Storage in the body. Blueberries are also a good source of Dietary Fiber, another Key Factor in Weight Control. Therefore, blueberries make an excellent addition to the Weight Loss program. There are about 30 different varieties of Blueberry. One can buy Frozen Blueberries year-round. LOW Antioxidant intake is associated with the formation of Calcium Oxalate Kidney Stones.
Blueberries are Low in Calories, High in Fiber, Low on the Glycemic Index, and are packed with Nutrients. Blueberries contain Anthocyanin, Quercetin, Resveratrol, Vitamins A, C, E, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Ellagic Acid, and Salicylic Acid. Blueberries inhibit formation of new Fat Cells (adipocytes) by altering lipid metabolism. Catechins found in blueberries activate fat-burning genes in abdominal Fat Cells to assist with Weight Loss and Belly Fat Loss. Belly Fat is linked to an increased risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes. The antioxidants like Anthocyanins are reputed to reduce inflammation and protect against Heart Disease and Cancer.
Eye Protection
Anthocyanins in blueberries improve Night Vision, prevent eye damage, protect against Retinopathy, Cataract, and Glaucoma. Anthocyanins are helpful for those spending long hours in front of computer screens.
Brain Functions
Anthocyanins in blueberries help improve Memory, relieve symptoms of Dementia and Depression, and increase production of Dopamine that tends to be low in Parkinson’s disease.
Urinary Tract
Blueberries support Healthy Urinary Tract function and reduce the risk of infection by preventing Bacteria, including E. coli, from adhering to the cells that line the walls of the Urinary Tract.
Sleep Aid
Blueberries support Healthy Sleep and help Burn Fat during Sleep.
Allergy Symptoms
Quercetin antioxidant in blueberries helps quell Allergy Symptoms. Snacking on blueberries can get Quercetin into the Diet.
Skin Care
Foods rich in antioxidants such as Blueberries keep the Skin smooth, prevent wrinkles, eliminate scars, increase elasticity, fight against blemishes and acne, and balance levels of Oil in the Skin.
Cancer Prevention
By blocking metabolic pathways that can lead to Cancer, Ellagic Acid in blueberries plays a Major Role in Cancer Prevention and Tumor Reversal.
Digestive Health
Blueberries contain the soluble fiber Pectin which helps ease symptoms of diarrhea and get rid of Diarrhea.
Difference between Blueberry and Acai Berry
1) One CUP of fresh, raw Blueberries provides 84 calories, 0 grams of Fat, 21 grams of Carbohydrates and 1 gram of Protein. Carbohydrates include 4 grams of dietary Fiber and 15 grams of Sugar.
2) One CUP of Acai Berries provides 125 calories, 2.4 grams of Fat, 28.8 grams of Carbohydrates and 0.8 grams of Protein. Carbohydrates include 4 grams of dietary Fiber and 20.8 grams of Sugar.
Blueberries Help in Healing:
- Aging
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Blood Pressure
- Bones
- Cancer
- Cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Inflammation
- Insomnia
- Macular Degeneration
- Obesity
- Parkinson’s Disease
Freeze Dried Blueberry Extract Powder sold as a supplement is often touted as a rich source of Antioxidants. For a 36:1 extract ratio, every 36 grams portion of whole blueberries (corresponding to 1/4 Cup of fresh blueberries) should deliver 1 gram of pure Blueberry Extract Powder per serving.
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| 1000 mg of 36:1 Blueberry Extract equivalent to 36 g Blueberry per 2 Capsules |
