Blueberry’s Talented Cousin
Bilberry is a woody, perennial shrub that is related to blueberries and cranberries. Bilberry has been widely known to herbalists since the 16th century. Throughout Europe, bilberry was used for a variety of health purposes but its popularity for eye health was established during World War II. British Royal Airforce pilots would consume bilberry jam before flying in the dark as a traditional way to support eye health.* Bilberries also promote antioxidant support in the body.**
Studying Up on BilberryA monograph on bilberry was prepared by the American Herbal Pharmacopoeia.1 It was noted that bilberry contains a host of naturally occurring compounds that contribute to its beneficial properties, including flavonoids and anthocyanins. The monograph also reported that bilberry’s benefits for the eyes may be related to its ability to stabilize membranes within the retina, which is the portion of the eye involved in relaying visual signals to the brain.**
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