Blueberry

Question 1

What are the key nutrients found in blueberries?

Answer 1

Vitamin C, vitamin K, fibre.
Phytonutrients: ellagitannins, flavonoids, resveratrol, and anthocyanins.

Question 2

How do wild blueberries compare to regular ones?

Answer 2

Wild blueberries are smaller and have a higher antioxidant content.

Question 3

What is the energetic property of blueberries?

Answer 3

Cooling.

Question 4

Name three health benefits of blueberries.

Answer 4

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer effects.

Question 5

How do blueberries support cardiovascular and neurological health?

Answer 5

Their antioxidant content protects against oxidative stress linked to atherosclerosis and neurodegenerative diseases and support collagen integrity.

Question 6

What are the benefits and clinical applications of blueberries?

Answer 6

1. Anti-inflammatory- polyphenol rich extracts suppress COX-2.
2. Antioxidant- protects against oxidative stress associated atherosclerosis and neurodegenerative diseases. Also supports collagen integrity.
3. Anti-cancer - tumour suppressive and anti-proliferative properties.