Blueberry Fun Facts
- Blueberries won't ripen once they are picked.
- July is National Blueberry Month in the U.S. and Canada.
- 1/2 cup of blueberries has only 42 calories.
- Fresh blueberries are available for nearly eight months of the year.
- Blueberries are becoming more popular than ever - over 1,500 new products containing blueberries were introduced last year.
Nutritional Benefits
Blueberries are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. They are also rich in antioxidants, which studies show can prevent heart disease, glaucoma and peptic ulcers. Studies on animals suggest that blueberries may prevent brain diseases such as Alzheimer's and other memory-related conditions.
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