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- A guilt-free snack
- Yummy, sweet tasting
- Picked Daily.
Blueberries contain bioflavonoid anti-oxidants that reduce inflammation, prevent cancer, protect the brain, & guard cells from wear & tear of aging.
Blueberries contain a type of flavonoid called anthocyanin, which is a powerful anti-oxidant responsible for the deep purple, red & blue hues in fruits & vegetables.
Blueberries amazing antioxidant value is found in polyphenolic anthocyain, carotene-B, lutein & zeaxanthin.
These compounds help the body to get rid of harmful oxygen derived free radicals & this protects the body against cancers, the signs of aging & infections
They also contain vitamins C, A & E plus some B complex vitamins: niacin, pyridoxine, folates & pantothenic acid which help the body metabolize carbohydrates,proteins & fats.
Blueberries are low in sugar, compared to other fruits, & have a low glycaemic index, so they are a great sweet treat for for people trying to control their blood sugars.
A healthy, sweet treat is a home made blueberry sorbet
- simply blend frozen blueberries with a bit of yoghurt & hey presto! - you have an instantly healthy dessert.
Blueberries hasten Muscle recovery
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1/2 cup - 62g
Avg Quantity per serving | Avg Quantity per 100g | |
---|---|---|
Energy (kJ/Cal) | 139/33 | 224/54 |
Protein (g) | 0.4 | 0.7 |
Fat, total (g) | 0.2 | 0.4 |
- saturated (g) | 0.1 | 0.01 |
carbohydrate (g) | 7.4 | 12 |
- sugars (g) | 7.3 | 11.8 |
Fibre (g) | 1.0 | 1.6 |
Sodium (mg) | 3.7 | 6 |
Vitamin C (mg) | 6.2 | 10 |
Source: The Concise New Zealand Food Composition Tables, 8th Edition, Plant & Food Research