Blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum)
More than 90 species of blueberries can be found growing wild in the Northern Mediterranean region and throughout most of Europe and Asia. There are also 50 or so native species in North America, of which only a paltry three species are commercially produced.
A notable source of vitamin C, iron and dietary fibre, blueberries also contain potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and calcium. In recent studies, blueberries have been linked to playing key role in anti-ageing and reversing memory loss, thanks to the powerful reservoir or anti-oxidants stored within the fruit.
Blueberries can be served with cream and a little honey, in fruit salads, as a topping for cakes, pies, pancakes, muffins, puddings, ice cream, not to mention refreshing sorbets.
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