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Summer is often thought of as the season for fruit.
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Regardless of the season, you shouldalways have a pint of juicy blueberrieson hand.
“Half a cup of blueberries contains only 40 calories.”
The health benefits of these tiny berries are pretty massive.
“Blueberries are highest invitamin K, manganese,vitamin C, andfiber,” says Majumdar.
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“Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the United States,” says Majumdar.
Research indicatesblueberries may improve heart health because of their influence on cholesterol levels and endothelial function.
Whilemore researchis needed, preliminary research indicates that blueberries may also help manageblood pressure.
