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Secret Effects of Eating Blueberries, Says Science
There's so much goodness packed into this one little fruit!

Kiersten Hickman
By Kiersten Hickman
Updated on April 23, 2022 | 6:44 AM

There's a reason many registered dietitians claim that blueberries are the healthiest fruit you can eat. Why?
Because blueberries are full of antioxidants that can incredibly benefit your body's overall health. Blueberries can take care of your heart, your body, and even your mind in ways that you may not even be aware of! That's why we decided to list out a few secret effects of eating blueberries that you may not realize.

Here's why you should incorporate blueberries into your diet on a regular basis, and for even more healthy eating tips, be sure to check out The #1 Best Juice to Drink Every Day, Says Science.

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1 Blueberries lower your risk of heart disease.
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Blueberries are a great source of polyphenols, a type of antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Blueberries specifically contain anthocyanins, which have been proven in studies to improve your health and reduce your heart disease risk. The anthocyanins are what give the blueberries that dark blue hue we all know and love.

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2 Blueeberries lower your blood pressure.

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The anthocyanins can also help with lowering blood pressure, according to Harvard Health. Having lower blood pressure helps with your heart health and lowering your overall risk of cardiovascular disease.

Here's The #1 Best Diet to Lower Your Blood Pressure, Says Dietitian.

3 Blueberries lower your cholesterol.
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The anthocyanins are at it again! This powerful antioxidant is anti-inflammatory and can help to lower LDL "bad" cholesterol, according to Nutrients. This, again, can help with lowering your overall risk of cardiovascular disease.

Along with blueberries, here are 17 Foods That Lower Cholesterol.

4 Blueberries help you live longer.

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The antioxidants in blueberries have also been proven to have anti-aging properties. A study published by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America says antioxidants can help fight free radicals in your body. The free radicals are what cause oxidative stress, which can increase your risk of developing chronic diseases like cancer or heart disease.

5 Blueberries help with weight maintenance.

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Along with improving your heart health and making you live longer, blueberries have also been proven to help with overall weight maintenance and have even been proven to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a study published by the journal Advances in Nutrition.

In particular, blueberries are full of fiber, which is helpful for your body's digestion, gut health, and even weight loss. One cup of blueberries contains 3.6 grams of fiber, which is 12% to 14% of your recommended daily fiber intake, according to the American Heart Association.

6 Blueberries make your brain sharper.

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This small fruit really is super! It can help your heart, it can help your body's weight, and it can even help with your cognitive function. According to one study, consuming blueberries regularly has been proven to help with sharpening one's memory and attention to tasks.
Plus, one article published by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station through Rutgers University says that blueberries help with overall blood flow to the brain. When you have clogged arteries and your blood flow is slower to the brain, you are at a greater risk of vascular dementia.

Along with blueberries, here are 10 Best Foods to Boost Brainpower.

Kiersten Hickman
Kiersten Hickman is a Deputy Editor at Eat This, Not That!, with a main focus on food coverage, nutrition, and recipe development. Read more
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