The bilberry or myrtle (Vaccinium myrtillus, Blueberry the bilberry), also known as blueberry is a deciduous, fruiting shrub with semi-dermal leaves, which turn red in autumn. The flowers are light pink and bell-shaped. The flowering period is from April to May. The fruit is a rail with a characteristic blue-violet color. Prefers acidic soils and semi-shady planting locations. The bilberry harvest period starts from July to September.
Ingredients of bilberry
Bilberry is rich in vitamins A, C, E and B-carotene, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, minerals, minerals, pectin and fiber. It is also known for its antioxidant properties as it is rich in flavonoids.
The health benefits of bilberry
Bilberry is one of the superfoods and is considered a source of eternal youth.
It helps:
- in improving vision:
Bilberry extract helps prevent age-related eye disorders such as cataracts and night blindness.
- in the process of digestion:
Bilberry due to the action of tannins and pectin contained in the plant helps treat stomach disorders such as diarrhea, nausea and indigestion.
- in cardiac function:
According to research from the University of East Anglia in the United Kingdom and the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, consuming a cup (26 g) of blueberries daily improved a person's heart health. It also helped increase the rate of metabolism.
- in anti-aging:
The high content of antioxidants and vitamin C helps prevent the signs of aging such as wrinkles, discolorations and blemishes.
- in protection against diabetes:
Frequent consumption of blueberries helps regulate blood sugar levels because they reduce the risk of developing type II diabetes by 26%.
- to improve the urinary system:
Urinary tract infections are a common problem for women. Helps prevent bacteria, such as E. coli, from attaching to the bladder wall.
Diseases and enemies
The bilberry is infested with various enemies such as the bilberry worm (Rhagoletis pomonella Walls), the cranberries (Mineola vaccinii Riley) and the cherries (Grapholitha parkardi Dell), the nightshade and the granules.
The diseases of bilberry are mildew, carbonation and monilia. It is also infected with many viruses.
The fight against pests and diseases is achieved by spraying plant protection products.
