I love blueberries, don’t you? As you may or may not know they’re one of my favorite things to put in my smoothie blends. They’re so good and can be used in so many ways that many people forget they are a source of good nutrition.
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Aside from the taste, blueberries come highly packed with antioxidants which help your body combat disease and age gracefully. Speaking of antioxidants, blueberries contain the highest capacity per serving of antioxidants when compared to many other known fruits and, as you know, antioxidants are a key to good nutrition.
According to experts, other known benefits of blueberries include brain health, motor skills, cancer, eye sight and heart health.
Just like any other wonderfully tasting fruit, blueberries are very seasonal so you’ll have to keep an eye out for them in your local grocery store or farmers market to catch them at their best. There are ways to get your servings in and out of season however. You can buy frozen blueberries in the frozen and cold section of your local supermarket. I did this last year when my mother wanted to make some muffins. She had plain muffin mix so she just made the muffins and I added the frozen blueberries.
If good nutrition is the first and foremost thing on your mind, blueberries are available in supplement form. Yeah, I didn’t know that either until recently. Blueberry supplements are made naturally and can give you a high dose of antioxidant benefit.
If you haven’t already, pick up a pack of blueberries next time you’re in the produce, refrigerated, or supplement section. Aside from being a good source of nutrition, they’ll give life to any fruit blend, breakfast or snack choice. Enjoy your wellness.
Rahim
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I love them in smoothies, in shakes, in oatmeal, and by themselves!