UNITED KINGDOM—A recent study conducted at the University of Dusseldorf and published in the ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that the health benefits of blueberries might differ if they are baked.
It is noted that the main health benefits from blueberries come from their high polyphenol content, which is associated with improved thinking, reduced risk for heart disease and reduced inflammation.
The study analyzed the levels of the polyphenols when blueberries were baked compared to when they are raw. The team found that when the blueberries were baked, anthocyanin levels (form of polyphenols) dropped by 10 to 21 percent. However, they found that the levels of procyanidin and quercetin (both forms of polyphenols) remained constant. In addition, they noted that you receive the most benefits when you consume raw blueberries.
According to fitday.com,
“Although blueberries make an enticing addition to your muffins and cakes, the best way to take advantage of their nutritional benefits is by eating a cup of fresh blueberries every morning. This can be done by adding them to your cereal, or yogurt.”
If you are interesting in receiving these great health benefits associated with blueberries, you should consider adding a handful of raw blueberries to your every day diet.
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