Jul 24, 2012

One of our newest features at The Pantry is all about blueberries! Not only are they delicious and perfect for a healthy summer snack, they also provide health benefits. 

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According to Best Health there are 5 health benefits of blueberries..

- They fight off disease. Researchers have found that blueberries contain the highest amount of antioxidants that a fruit can hold.

- They reduce belly fat. Research shows that blueberry intake effects genes related to fat burning and storage.

- Prevention of hypertension. Eating 1/2-cup of blueberries a week reduces the chances of getting this condition.

- Maintaining your brain. Consumption of blueberries shows signs of improved memory.

- Reduced risk of colon cancer. Research shows that there is a compound in blueberries can help protect against colon cancer. 

 

Here's some BC Blueberry Facts! 

• 99% of BC blueberries are grown in the Fraser Valley in Richmond, Pitt Meadows, Matsqui Prairie and Surrey.
  
  
• BC produces about 95% of the Canadian cultivated blueberries.

• Blueberries are harvested 2 to 4 times usually every 10 to 14 days between July and September.
  
  
• After harvest the berries are either sold fresh or sent to a processor or packer.
  
  
• BC is one of the top three blueberry producing regions in the world. In the last 10 or 15 years, per capita consumption of blueberries has doubled.
  

 

With all of the the great health reasons to add blueberries into your weekly diet plan and the fact that this treat from nature is produced right in our own backyards please join us and try out our Blueberry Bundles features now available at your local Pantry location.

View the Blueberry Bundles feature sheet here

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