Blueberries are small, round and blue fruits. Native to trees and so delectably healthy. In this post, we will see why blueberries are so good for health and how you can incorporate them into your daily diet as well some lesser-known facts about the fruit!
Blueberries are extra tiny,however very nutritious. Calorie Count: They are low in calories, so they will not add any excess weight onto your body but it contains a lot of nutrition. Blueberries are a good source of fiber — which aids in digestion and vitamin C; beneficial to keeping your skin glowing or more importantly, the fact that it helps fight off colds. They also contain vitamin K (important for your bones) and manganese( which helps the body digest food).
And as the icing on top, blueberries are packed with antioxidants. Antioxidants — compounds that combat detrimental things in the body. Free radicals are these harmful things. Free radicals are these other unstable molecules which could potentially harm your organs by causing inflammation or in worse case, giving you cancer! Blueberries are full of antioxidants, which keep your body strong and healthy by protecting it from damage.
Blueberries also boast anthocyanins A compound called anthocyanins is a type of flavonoid which are abundant in many fruits and veggies Consuming flavonoids could possibly reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer according to research. In other words, by feasting on blueberries you are not just delighting your taste buds but giving a boost to all over wellness too!
When you are hungry but want to eat something healthy, snack on blueberries. They are so versatile! How to Consume — Eat them fresh, frozen or dried; select according to your personal preferences. They are also fantastic for smoothies with other fruits and yogurt; some of my favorite! Use them as a topping for your morning bowl of oatmeal, or stir into some yogurt to sweeten things up — they'll work in any baking where you'd normally use raisins.
Blueberries in a smoothie: Add them to your next protein/weight-loss/green/all-of-the-above shake for sharp afternoon flavor and an antioxidant boost. If you want, blend them with bananas/spinach/yogurt for a healthy shake, which is what I do.
Blueberry Pancakes All You have to do is throw some fresh or frozen blueberries in with your pancake batter and this easy breakfast will become a favorite for everyone. And they give a great sweetness!