How To Grow Your Own Organic Blueberries (And Why You Should)

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Blueberries are a fantastic fruit to consider for your garden. Aside from the fact that the perennial blueberry plants only take up a fairly small space and will definitely make a wonderful sight in your landscape, this “superfruit” is fortified with healthy and nutritious punch that will surely benefit your body.

In addition their luscious appearance and seductive taste, blueberries are known to offer amazing health benefits to the body. Research shows that this fruit is an excellent source of micronutrients like manganese, dietary fiber, Vitamin C, flavonoids, antioxidants, phosphorus, potassium, carotenoids, B-complex, copper, Vitamin E, selenium, iron, zinc, and Vitamin K.

Blueberries are also one of the richest natural sources of anthocyanins. Research on these compounds reveal that they play a vital role in reducing one’s risk for inflammation and cancer as well. Also, anthocyanins are thought to boost the body’s immune system and offer protection against infections and bacterial and viral communicable diseases like flu, colds, and fever. Did you know that blueberries are also good for the eyes? Yes, its true. The anthocyanosides are thought to help in slowing down vision loss, playing a role in delaying or preventing the development of eye-related conditions like cataract, myopia, dryness, hypermetropia and macular degeneration.

Some studies have further revealed that regular intake of blueberries may have profound effects to the heart. A study conducted at the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center suggests that blueberries significantly reduce the risk factors for metabolic disorders and cardiovascular illnesses. The fruit actually contains compounds that trigger an increased production of nitric oxide which positively affects blood pressure. Furthermore, it helps in lowering lipid levels and cholesterol which results to improved heart health.

One ultra important thing to be on the look out for: Read the label carefully on muffins, cereals and cakes that are described as containing blueberries, to make sure that they are real and not artificial. I’m serious! Look at the label, and be aware of wording such as “blueberry bits”. If you see this – be aware that “blueberry bits” are a trade name for a concoction of sugars, oils, artificial flavors and food coloring and (get this) don’t actually contain ANY blueberry whatsoever! ^[1]

Watch the food investigation of FAKE blueberries found in bagels, cereals and bread!

With the string of wonderful benefits that real organic blueberries bring, don’t you think it’s about time that you grew them in your garden? Here is the link to the full tutorial:

https://www.rodalesorganiclife.com/garden/blueberries