Blueberry season is in full swing. And did you know that blueberries are not only delicious dumplings, pies and jams, but also a huge health benefit? We will talk about the unique properties of this berry in our article.
The healing composition of blueberriesThe health benefits of blueberries are explained by its unique composition. The blueberry berry is rich in:
- vitamin C, necessary for the health of the immune system;
- manganese, the level of which depends on the work of the endocrine system and the hematopoietic system;
- vitamin E for the health of the heart and reproductive system
- vitamin B6, necessary for the nervous system
- potassium for the health of the heart and blood vessels
- iron for the enzymatic system and body cells.
Antioxidants in blueberries inhibit the aging of the body and reduce the risk of cancer. The substance neomyrtilin helps to normalize the level of sugar in the blood. And the combination of manganese and anthocyanin helps to improve vision. The benefits of blueberries are also explained by their bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, choleretic and anthelmintic properties.
Benefits and contraindications of blueberriesThe healing composition of blueberries gives this berry such beneficial properties for our body:
- Blueberries increase immunity
- Improves memory
- Improves vision
- Lowers cholesterol
- Helps in the prevention of infections of the genitourinary system
- Regulates metabolism and improves the work of the gastrointestinal tract
- Slows down the aging of the body
- Improves mood
- Promotes weight loss, as it contains few calories and a large amount of vitamins and nutrients.
However, blueberries have contraindications. The blueberry berry is contraindicated for people with urolithiasis (with oxalate stones), with allergies or individual intolerance to blueberry components. If you have pancreatic disease, refrain from eating blueberries.
Despite all the usefulness of this berry, you should not overeat it - it can cause constipation.
We can say that blueberries are now sold on every corner. But if the seller does not have a certificate of radiological control, it is better not to buy berries from him. After all, blueberries have the ability to accumulate radioactive substances.
Delicious and healthy recipes from blueberriesWe bring to your attention several delicious and healthy recipes from blueberries.
Sauce for the prevention of atherosclerosis. Blueberries should be mixed with garlic in a blender in a ratio of 1:1. The finished mixture is stored in the refrigerator. It can be spread on bread and used as a sauce for porridge and spaghetti.
Infusion for the treatment of diabetes. Pour 2 tbsp. spoons of blueberry leaves with 2 cups of boiling water, boil for 15 minutes in a water bath. Take the infusion 3 times a day for 150 ml 20 minutes before meals.
Smoothies for the prevention and treatment of gout. Beat blueberries, apples, bananas, cherries in a blender in a ratio of 3: 1: 1: 1. Add honey to the smoothie and drink a glass every day.