Pterostilbene is yet another antioxidant found in blueberries.
Current belief holds that it may fight cancer and may also help
lower cholesterol. Oxalates are the one possible negative aspect
of blueberries. Oxalates should not be eaten in high
concentration as they can crystallize and cause kidney or
gallbladder problems. Oxalates also slow the absorption of
calcium into the system. Eat blueberries separately from
calcium-rich foods. A two to three hour wait is sufficient. The
nutritional value of blueberries makes them one of the best
foods we can eat. And if you live near a blueberry patch and
have any ordinary bucket, gathering this humble berry is one of
life's joys. Anyone who has gone blueberry picking as a child
will carry the memory for life. Most current studies have been
limited to animals, but the findings would appear to be
significant. Animals fed a diet of blueberry extract showed
fewer changes in age related brain function which may mean
better cognitive and motor skills. Yes, this means that