Health Benefits of Blueberries

Blueberries are receiving international attention for their health benefits. Research in Canada and the USA supports evidence that blueberries are powerful disease fighters. Blueberries have been ranked number one in antioxidant activity over 40 other tested fruits and vegetables. Antioxidants help neutralize harmful by-products called "free radicals" which are unstable molecules that are linked to a number of age-related diseases.

Recent scientific studies have produced evidence that blueberries may:

• Improve short term memory loss

• Ameliorate age-related declines in neural and cognitive function

• Protect against macular degeneration of the retina

• Promote urinary tract health

• Act as a potent anti-inflamatory agent and COX-2 inhibitor*

• Improve glucose metabolism through the activity of chologenic acid

• Reduce the risk of some cancers

*Commercially produced COX-2 inhibitors were FDA approved in 1999 for use in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthristis. Blueberries provide an all-natural source of selective COX-2s.

For additional information on health benefits of blueberries, please visit the BC Blueberries Council site or US Highbush Blueberry Council's Health Page.

Ingredient in Bremner's Blueberry, BlueCran, BluePom and Black Cherry Juices

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