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- Michelle Schoffro Cook
- September 16, 2011
- 4:11 pm
- 369 comments
1. Catechins found in blueberries activate fat-burning genes in abdominal fat cells to assist with weight loss, and belly fat loss in particular. According to research at Tufts University, regularly ingesting catechins increases abdominal fat loss by 77 percent and double total weight loss.
2. They contain a group of natural phytonutrients (plant nutrient) called proanthocyanidins which have a unique ability to protect both the watery and fatty parts of the brain against damage from some environmental toxins.
3. Blueberries are one of the richest sources of proanthocyanidins. These phytonutrients decrease free radicals levels that are linked to aging (yes wrinkling!) and disease.
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4. In animal studies, those given an extract of blueberries had less motor skill decline and performed better on memory tests than animals not given the blueberries. Researchers conclude that compounds in blueberries may reverse some age-related memory loss and motor skill decline.
5. Blueberries are packed with vitamins C, E, riboflavin, niacin, and folate.
6. They are a rich source of the phytonutrients ellagic acid. Ellagic acid has proven anticancer and genetic-material-protection capabilities. It also encourages a healthy rate of apoptosis—how the body seeks out and destroys harmful or damaged cells, like cancer cells.
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Michelle Schoffro Cook
Michelle Schoffro Cook
Michelle Schoffro Cook, MSc, RNCP, ROHP, DNM, PhD is an international best-selling and 14-time book author and doctor of traditional natural medicine, whose works include: 60 Seconds to Slim, Healing Recipes, The Vitality Diet, Allergy-Proof, Arthritis-Proof, Total Body Detox, The Life Force Diet, The Ultimate pH Solution, The 4-Week Ultimate Body Detox Plan, and The Phytozyme Cure. Check out her natural health resources and subscribe to her free e-magazine World's Healthiest News at WorldsHealthiestDiet.com to receive monthly health news, tips, recipes and more. Follow her on Twitter @mschoffrocook and Facebook.
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Nasty business. Nest we'll be cultivating humans for food ala "Soylent Green".
If I were still working, I would love to be able to do this instead of sitting around a table in a…
Thank you for info.
369 comments
+ add your ownBlueberries are definitely a SUPER FOOD. Organic is a must.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Went to Trader Joe's today and they have a huge supply of frozen and dried (AND freeze dried berries) Tough choice . I chose a mix of blueberries,cherries and strawberries ..dried .I wanted to get some blueberries in the mix because supposedly they are good for eyesight . In WWII , the pilots of missions used to eat blueberries before the mission.
Fresh blueberries are not easily available locally. Are dried blueberries just as beneficial?
I love blueberries, so I'd devour them even if they weren't so nutritious - but it's nice to know that something good is so good for you too!
A Blue natural wonder!
Thanks for the to-the-point solid info!
Thanks!
i love blueberries,i love all fruit
luv blueberries thnxs :)
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