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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.