These small fruits classified within the red ones are very small in size and are characterized by their tone dark purple. But also because of the properties of blueberries for your body, something that makes them an ideal food and that you should consume more. The downside is that your price is usually highTherefore, introducing this fruit into the diet requires a small financial effort. Furthermore, farmers are not rewarded for it. Very recently we told you here the cessation of harvesting in Huelva for this problem. But leaving this topic aside, here we focus on the benefits that has this great product.
The five magnificent properties of blueberries
These berries they are good for you heart, as demonstrated by a study of the University of East Anglia (England) in collaboration with Harvard. If you consume some 150 grams of this fruit a day, you reduce the risk of suffering some Cardiovascular disease. Of course, keep in mind that with that recommended amount you would have to spend a lot to enjoy the properties of blueberries. A container of Mercadona, for example, usually contains about 250 grams of them, at a price between € 2,50 and € 3.
Actually, you can substitute this red fruit by another similar one like raspberryas most enjoy this beneficial property. On the other hand, also the blueberry he is rich in vitamin C and B, which help you a lot in summer. Both to prevent heat hits or to protect cells with the first element as a regulate your energy with the second. Then the high content of magnesium and fiber helps to strengthen from your bones to your muscles.
Other properties of blueberries are Antioxidants and likewise, they have an interesting potential to prevent urine infection. They prevent bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder. They are fruits low in sodium and fat, so they fit into your healthy diet, while helping you reduce your chances of suffering type 2 diabetes. This was demonstrated by a study from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Finally, other research also revealed its beneficial power for your brain, by promoting the birth of cells in the hippocampus.
Enjoy this food in summer through different recipes in smoothies or cakes!
