10 Reasons Why Blueberries Are The Best

Who needs kale anyway?

1. They are great metabolism boosters.

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Even Ryan Gosling eats blueberries (probably).

2. They are high in antioxidants, which are beneficiary to your health in several different ways such as living longer, preventing diseases, and slowing down the aging process.

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Sounds legit.

3. They can actually help to improve memory.

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Studies have shown that blueberries have helped people improve test scores on memory tests.

4. The nutrients in blueberries help protect your eyes from damage.

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There are studies that say blueberries can even help prevent blindness and other impairments that damage the human eyes.

5. They are rich in vitamins and low in calories.

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Win win.

6. They have anti-cancer benefits.

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What? How is that even possible? Studies have shown that there is an antioxidant in blueberries called pterostilbene that has a lot of properties that helps fight cancer. This antioxidant is also in some other berries such as raspberries and cranberries.

7. They may help reduce the risk of heart disease.

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Several studies have shown that blueberries are high in anthocyanins, which have shown to help reduce blood pressure levels.

8. They help your bladder.

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The nutrients in blueberries help fight urinary tract infections.

9. They are packed with fiber.

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The US Highbush Blueberry Council says that "a handful of blueberries helps satisfy the recommended daily fiber intake." Pretty cool, right?

10. They help soften your skin!

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BLUEBERRIES ROCK.