Blueberry is a fruit-bearing shrub of the Ericaceae family.
For many years, people have enjoyed the taste, color, and aroma of blue fruits without knowing their beneficial properties.
Blueberries are not only delicious but also highly nutritious.
They are rich in antioxidant vitamins A, C, E, and beta-carotene, sugars, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, inorganic acids, mineral salts, pectin, and dietary fibers.
On the other hand, they are low in sodium, fats, and calories, making them part of high-energy natural foods that keep the body healthy and youthful.
Blueberry products are raw materials for food industries, pharmaceutical industries, and cosmetics industries. Recent research has shown the anticancer action of blueberries, mainly in preventing the multiplication of cancer cells. Furthermore, consuming blueberries regularly helps protect the elderly from neurodegenerative diseases associated with aging. Blueberry infusions have been used to treat diarrhea, indigestion, and nausea, while the leaves and fruits are suitable for treating urinary infections. Fruits and leaves are used in traditional medicine for diabetes treatment.