I Ate Blueberries Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened

Blueberries have been a favorite of mine since I was little. Those summer days in rural Pennsylvania, hand-picking sweet, juicy berries from bushes in the woods

Despite indulging in them by the handful, somehow I've stopped short of turning into a giant blueberry.

Today, as a trained family doctor who gained certification in nutrition coaching and diabetes prevention, these fond memories sent me on a quest

It was high time I found out—but first, let's unpack the health benefits of this tiny but mighty fruit.

A 2020 publication in the peer-reviewed journal Advances in Nutrition highlighted the remarkable health advantages of this berry. 

The researchers drew from diverse studies that ranged from human observational to clinical research and even insights from animal

Their allure isn't limited to phytochemicals alone—they're also packed with vital nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese and dietary fiber. 

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