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A Closer Look at Bilberry
by Jennifer Good     This week our featured ingredient is the bilberry fruit. Similar to blueberries and huckleberries, bilberries are smaller, but with a fuller taste. They are darker in color and are typically more black with a slight shade of purple. Bilberries are more common in Europe and have been used there for centuries. There are a number of health benefits associated with this berry, but most notable is the improvement in eye health.
According to the book "100 Super Supplements for a Longer Life," by Frank Murray, bilberry protects collagen structures found in the eyes. Bilberry can also prevent and treat macular degeneration and retinopathy.1 The anthocyanosides found in bilberry are known for their ability to help nourish and repair the tiny capillaries within the eye. It is said that British pilots during World War II would eat bilberry jam before night raids in order to improve their vision.
Bilberry is also used to help improve cardiovascular health. According to a paper on Bilberry written for the Center for Holistic Pediatric Education and Research by Dr. Kathi Kemper, bilberry can improve circulation and protect against circulatory-related disease. Dr. Kemper suggests that bilberry can also improve atherosclerosis and varicose veins.2
In addition, the bilberry bioflavonoids are beneficial to the connective tissue that lines blood vessels and binds ligaments throughout the body. Traditionally, bilberry's leaves and berries have been used to help with scurvy, urinary tract issues or challenges, kidney problems, and diarrhea.
Bilberry can be consumed in a variety of ways. In fact it's a key ingredient in one of Poland's most popular bakery products during summer. It can be harvested naturally from forests and eaten fresh in jams or other dishes. The fruit can also be dried, used in tea, or found in pill form.
For those without access to the fruit and looking to supplement, look for an extract standardized to 25% anthocyanins. 120 mg a day should suffice.
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