Blueberries - The Antioxidant Miracle

 

Blueberries have been now marketed as the New apples. Their antioxidant quantity makes them an essential fruit for every meal or dessert. Their delicious and unique flavour makes them suitable for most breakfast cereals, desserts such as ice cream and fruits. Although they are a true winner in terms of antioxidant power, a good variety of fruits that contain different antioxidants give the body the variety of nutrients also. Other fruits such as apples, have high doses of Vitamin C in them. Their nutrient content is superb. The citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruit, lemons and even tangerine have high levels of Vitamin C in them.

The attraction to a fruit may not always be the nutrients in it. The colour of the fruit is also important. When choosing a fruit, colour and texture are also important. The dark blue colour of blueberries makes them an attractive fruit to add to a smoothie or a drink. The beautiful colour of blueberry pie looks so attractive and delicious. It is also the soft texture of blueberries that make them easy to add to your dessert or favourite pie. They are a great fruit to add to cold desserts or even to make blueberry ice cream or jam.

Also, there is a certain group of antioxidants called flavonoids which are really good for your health. These are present in certain fruits such as apples and citrus. Flavonoids are now even being added to supplements due to their health benefits. As antioxidants help to protect the body against damaging effects of free radicals. This means they help to fight infection in the body.

Blueberries are also a good source of vitamins, minerals, fibre and flavonoids. Flavonoids give the blueberry its vibrant blue colour and trigger certain enzymes that also help with digestion. Flavonoids are also excellent in preventing tooth decay and infection of the urinary tract.

So, with all the health benefits of blueberries and their attractive colours or flavours, they are one of the best fruits for health and taste. They are versatile and are suitable for almost any dessert or sweet. As they are easy to cook, due to their soft texture, they are a favourite for jams, ice creams or even pancakes. Also, blueberry muffins with some nuts and dried fruits would make a popular dessert. Even if frozen, the antioxidant quantities are not removed from them. Have a blueberry muffin in a shake or dessert or drink.

A classic blueberry pie is enticing..

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