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Bilberry & Blueberry

Blueberries and bilberries are some of nature's most potent antioxidants.

They can support cognitive health, DNA function, visual acuity, and more.

Bilberry benefits

Certain age-related problems common to the eyes are often caused by a breakdown of the circulatory system of the eye.

Bilberry extracts have an antioxidative property that is shown to:

Help suppress photo-oxidative processes
Improve microcapillary circulation
Be beneficial for nighttime visual acuity because of its anthocyanoside content
Strengthen collagen* because of phytochemicals in bilberry

*Collagen is a critical component of the structure of the skin, tendon, bone, cartilage, and other connective tissues.

Blueberry benefits

A rich source of disease-fighting antioxidants, blueberries have demonstrated:

To be one of the most nutritious fruits (berries) you can eat
A remarkable ability to help reverse the effects of aging on cognition to a more youthful state
That a key to staying mentally sharp should include blueberries in your daily diet

All in all, incorporating delicious, nutritious blueberries into your diet may provide a wealth of important health benefits.

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