5 incredible benefits of blueberries

High on antioxidants and low in calories, this sweet and very popular fruit is said to be good for your heart, protect against ageing, lower blood pressure and improve memory.

Published on: Feb 01, 2022 5:30 PM IST

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A popular superfood and the preferred flavouring for many drool-worthy desserts, blueberries pack in a lot of health benefits. High on antioxidants and low in calories, this sweet and very popular fruit is said to be good for your heart, protect against ageing, lower blood pressure and improve memory. Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal tells you some of its benefits in her recent Instagram post. (Pixabay)

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High antioxidants levels: Anthocyanin that also gives blueberry its trademark blue colour is a type of flavonoid that is responsible for the fruit's many health benefits Flavonoids are basically plant compounds that have powerful antioxidant properties. (Instagram/Nmami Agarwal)

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Protects against heart disease: A wonderful fruit for heart, it is packed with fibre, potassium, folate, vitamins and phytonutrients. The high fibre amount reduces bad cholesterol in the blood which makes the fruit heart-friendly. (Pixabay)

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Good for eye health: Eat blueberry every day to improve your eyesight. Blueberries have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and collagen-stabilizing properties which helps improve eye health. (Pixabay)

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Good for eye health: Eat blueberry every day to improve your eyesight. Blueberries have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and collagen-stabilizing properties which helps improve eye health. (Pixabay)

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Helps fight urinary tract infections (UTIs): The fruits are also known to prevent certain bacteria from binding to the wall of your bladder and help prevent UTIs. (Pixabay)