Bilberry
By Better Health Research Team • Nov 19th, 2009 • Category: Fast Fact
There are many berries that are packed with nutrients and minerals for eye health such as blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and cranberries. A related fruit, called the bilberry, has been used for centuries to help treat vision problems, as well as artery damage, irregular blood sugar levels and digestive problems. Bilberries contain high amounts of vitamin C and antioxidants to fight free radical damage. These sweet fruits can also help protect the eye from retina damage and may prevent cataracts. Bilberries can be eaten fresh or dried, and are used in teas, pies and smoothies.
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