Driscoll's Blueberries (CT)
Blueberries are sweet, nutritious and wildly popular. Often labeled a superfood, they are low in calories and incredibly good for you.
Health Benefits:
● The blueberry is a very popular berry. It is low in calories but high in fiber, vitamin C and vitamin K.
● Blueberries have the highest antioxidant capacity of all the popular fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids appear to be the berries' antioxidant with the greatest impact.
● Several studies suggest that blueberries and blueberry juice reduce DNA damage, which is a leading driver of aging and cancer.
● The antioxidants in blueberries have been shown to reduce a predominant risk factor for heart disease by preventing oxidative damage to "bad" LDL cholesterol.
● Regular blueberry intake is tied to lower blood pressure in numerous studies.