After all, the boomers aren't about to allow the limits of poverty to cramp their style. See related articles in the AgeVenture archives. Blueberries appear to be an effective anti-aging remedy, at least in lab animals. And it doesn't take a mental giant to figure out that human tests aren't far behind. Blueberries appear to retard the aging process because of their antioxidant properties.
Antioxidants help reduce damage during a cell's digestion of nutrients.
For centuries, people have enjoyed blueberries for their flavor and color. It appears that blueberries and other foods containing antioxidants may protect the body against age-related damage and a number of neurodegenerative diseases. The exciting finding from this study is the potential reversal of some age-related impairments in both memory and motor coordination, especially with blueberry supplements, said Molly Wagster, Ph.D., a Health Scientist Administrator with the NIA's Neuroscience and Neurospsychology of Aging Program. For these animals at least, investigators were able to produce a noticeable improvement within a relatively short period of time. A next important step in the research will be to see if the improvements are long lasting.