These small, unassuming berries are an amazing source of fiber and nutrients.
Blueberries are high in the soluble fiber pectin, which has been shown to lower cholesterol and prevent the bile acid from being transformed into a more dangerous, potentially cancer-causing form.

Their insoluble fiber helps prevent and relieve constipation.

Blueberries contain the same compound found in cranberries that curtails urinary tract infections.

The Anthocyanoside compounds in blueberries help cure diarrhea.
Anthocyanosides are also antioxidants and help fight infection and inflammation.

Blueberries are bursting with other antioxidants as well
Ellagic acid appears to prevent cellular damage that can lead to cancer.
Wild blueberry flavonoids strengthen blood capillaries and improve circulation.
Among its many other benefits, the vitamin C in blueberries helps fight cataracts.

Blueberries are a good source of potassium, which helps maintain normal fluid balance, blood pressure, and heartbeat.

Many people think that if certain foods are good, a lot is better.
This is not always the case, and high doses of certain food are actually toxic.

Read about the healthy food, research the vitamins and minerals and check with your health care provider if you are unsure about how much to eat and how much may be too much.

The best way to get the daily requirement of 13 essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods and take a "Standardized" (quality) multivitamin supplement.