{"id":160242,"date":"2022-06-07T10:55:48","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T05:25:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=160242"},"modified":"2026-03-30T10:47:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:47:22","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-blueberries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-blueberries\/","title":{"rendered":"Blueberries: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

Table of Contents<\/p>\nToggle<\/span>

Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Blueberries<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Blueberry<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Blueberries<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Blueberries<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Blueberries<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take With Blueberries<\/a><\/li>
Interactions With Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBlueberry, scientifically named Vaccinium,<\/em> belongs to the family Ericaceae<\/em>. Blueberries are considered a \u2018superfruit\u2019 due to the abundant polyphenolic compounds, which might show antioxidant capacity, and are sometimes exploited for their health-beneficial properties. The worldwide distributors of blueberries are the USA, Canada, China, and Chile^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{3<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Blueberry has different common names based on their species, namely high bush, low bush, rabbiteye and European bilberry. The low bush blueberry species (Vaccinium angustifolum<\/em>) is the most commonly consumed type^{2<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Blueberries<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBlueberry has great functional ingredients that benefit human health ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Nutritional value of blueberries per 100 grams<\/strong>^{4<\/sup><\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n}
\n
Energy<\/strong>: 64 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein<\/strong>: 0.7 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Total lipid (fat)<\/strong>: 0.31 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrate<\/strong>: 14.6 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sugar (total sugar)<\/strong>: 9.36 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium<\/strong>: 12 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron<\/strong>: 0.34 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium<\/strong>: 6.2 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus<\/strong>: 13 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium<\/strong>: 86 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium<\/strong>: <2 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc<\/strong>: 0.09 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper<\/strong>: 0.046 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Manganese<\/strong>: 0.423 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)<\/strong>: 8.1 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Biotin<\/strong>: <3.7 \u00b5g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n
Did you know that blueberries may have a positive impact on your vision? Studies ^{7<\/sup><\/a> suggest that the natural compounds called flavonoids found in blueberries can potentially improve the sensitivity of the cells in your eyes that capture light, known as retinal photoreceptors. While blueberries alone won\u2019t guarantee perfect vision or ward off eye diseases, incorporating them into your diet as part of a healthy lifestyle may support your eye health.<\/p>\n}Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Blueberry<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The beneficial properties of blueberries are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n
It may act as an\u00a0 antioxidant<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have\u00a0 anti-cancer activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have bodyweight-maintaining ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have a blood sugar-lowering effect<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have a\u00a0 cholesterol-lowering effect<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have a\u00a0 blood pressure-maintaining activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have\u00a0 antibacterial activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have\u00a0 anti-inflammatory action<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may benefit\u00a0 liver health<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have immunity enhancing effect<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may benefit\u00a0 brain health<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may benefit lung health ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Potential Uses of Blueberries<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. For Blood Sugar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Blueberries are rich in anthocyanin, which may have antioxidant activity. It might be beneficial in reducing oxidative stress and might play a crucial role in blood sugar management. An increase in blood sugar levels is characterised by a poor response to insulin stimulation. The anthocyanin-rich blueberry might decrease glucose intolerance.<\/p>
<\/div>