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What is a bilberry?
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A Bilberry is the small dark fruit of a deciduous shrub native to Europe, akin to the North American blueberry. Bilberries contain powerful antioxidants that neutralize potentially dangerous free radicals in the body. It is popular in jams, syrups, and desserts and is also known as the Whortleberry or huckleberry. It is often mistaken for a blueberry, but they are slightly smaller and are more tart than the blueberry.
Studies have shown that the active compounds in bilberries, known as anthocyanosides, may decrease the rate of macular degeneration. It has been shown to prevent cataracts and glaucoma. Bilberry is often said to improve night vision, and the story is told of RAF pilots in World War II using bilberry for that purpose. Bilberry has been used to treat varicose veins and angina. Information on bilberries shows that it has long been used as a digestion aid as well as for treatment of diarrhea, nausea, dysentery and indigestion. Bilberries have been used in the treatment of menstrual cramps and alleviating ulcers.
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Bilberry Fruit Spread $4.99
Bionaturæ organic Fruit Spreads are produced using hand-harvested heirloom varieties of fruit from select regions of Italy. Bionaturæ organic Fruit Spreads do not contain added sugar and have the lowest sugar content among leading brands. They are processed at low temperatures and cooked slowly to preserve the fruit's rich flavor and bright color.
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Biotta Organic Bilberry Nectar $4.99
Our enduring aim is to produce top-quality juice from fruit left as nature intended, as if pressed by hand. The basic rule is: the fewer the processing steps, the greater the nutritional value of the juice. Organic Bilberry Nectar is a natural remedy for an irritable bowel. Made from wild growing, handpicked wood bilberries.
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