Ranked #1 among fruits and vegetables in antioxidant power, blueberries are frequently studied by researchers for their documented anti-aging potential. In studies done on rats, the polyphenols in blueberries have been shown to reverse age-related decline in the brain's ability to process information and decline in cognitive and motor deficits. Frozen blueberries are a good source of polyphenols and are available all year.
Food Rx: One-half cup of blueberries delivers as much antioxidant power as five servings of other fruits and vegetables. Enjoy fresh blueberries in late summer or frozen blueberries year-round.
