A new study shows that blueberries are heart-healthy
That blueberries are good for our health is no longer a surprise. In addition to its high content in Antioxidants, these fruits serve to combat inflammations, They are good for sight, memory and on weight loss diets. It is for this reason that these last years have been object of study of multiple investigations.
The most recent has been an investigation carried out by a group of experts from the University of East Anglia (England) associated with scientists from the Biomedical Engineering faculty at Harvard University who have shown that blueberries can also be good for our hearts. According to the study, if we eat 150 g of these berries a day, we can significantly reduce the risk of suffering from cardiovascular diseases.
eat 150g of blueberries a day can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease
The study focused on whether the consumption of blueberries could have some effect on the metabolic syndrome, a set of disorders of our metabolism that increase the risk of suffer heart disease and that, normally, is reflected in the high blood pressure and excess in the abdomen"Previous studies have indicated that people who consume blueberries regularly have a reduced risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as type 2 diabetes. This can be explained by the fact that they are rich in natural compounds called anthocyanins, who are the flavonoids responsible for the red and blue color of fruits", Explain the authors of the study.
For six months, the team of scientists observed and studied the effects of daily consumption of blueberries in 138 overweight and obese people from 50 to 75 years who suffered from the metabolic syndrome. The result was that subjects who consumed one cup of 150 g of blueberries per day experienced constant improvement in vascular function and arterial stiffness. In this way, the risk of cardiovascular disease was reduced in an 12-15%.
Instead, eating only half a cup of these fruits (75 grams) did not produce the same results, which suggests that people with higher cardiovascular risks may need higher rations, that is, an extra flavonoids, to be able to tell the difference.
Other properties of blueberries
Its composition and nutritional value are a treasure for our health, and in addition, they are low in calories, 100 grams give us 46 calories. We can buy them fresh, frozen, dried, pressed, in juice or gelatin. Most experts agree that the frozen ones keep the vitamins and anthocyanins.
With a high nutritive power, low caloric intake, low in sugars, rich in fiber and antioxidants Blueberries are the perfect ally in slimming diets.
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