Blueberries are one of the most popular berry in the United States. These berries were once referred to “star berries” because of the little star-shaped calyx at the top of the berry.

Today, most cultivated blueberries are easily grown for home gardens as farms, growing 10 to 15 feet for easy picking or harvesting.

You’ll find fresh blueberries in season during the months mid-June through mid-August. Frozen blueberries are available all year ’round and make a great treat, as is.

One cup of blueberries equals one serving. Blueberries are a good source of Vitamin C and fiber. One serving of blueberries has 15% of the Vitamin C and 14% of the dietary fiber our bodies need every day. Similarly to other fruits, blueberries contain no cholesterol or fat and are also low in calories. Blueberries are a great choice for you fruit smoothie!

The health benefits of blueberries are showing from scientific studies to be just incredible. An antioxidant powerhouse, cardioprotective action, cholesterol-lowering pterostilbene, a visionary fruit, brain protection, improved learning and memory (did I say that already? I need another cup of blueberries, please!), brain protection after a stroke, colon cancer, better elimination… so much more and so many details… take a look at WHFoods: Blueberries for much more in-depth information regarding this great little fruit.