A 2023 study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that daily consumption of wild blueberry powder, equivalent to about 178 grams of fresh berries, improved cognitive function and lowered systolic blood pressure in healthy older adults. The benefits are attributed to high concentrations of polyphenols, specifically anthocyanins and flavonoids, which protect the brain from oxidative damage and improve vascular health. This research provides a compelling, natural dietary strategy for reducing the risk of both cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline, challenging the over-reliance on pharmaceutical interventions. The science of the small but mighty blueberry To understand why wild blueberries are so…

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