BILBERRY LEAVES HEALTH BENEFITS
OVERVIEW
Bilberry leaves and fruit contain a variety of antioxidant compounds that may prevent the development of cardiovascular disease. The leaves contain tannins, flavonoid glycosides, neomyrtillin, arbutin, hydroquinone, organic acids and the trace mineral manganese. One of the alleged benefits of this herb is the ability to enhance the vision.
ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE
Antioxidant power of bilberry makes it a valuable multipurpose remedy such as to control free radicals in the body. It contains anthocyanin and vitamins A and C, it operates as a natural antioxidant, lowering blood pressure naturally, reducing clotting and improving blood supply to the nervous system.
IMPROVE BAD CHOLESTEROL
Antioxidants and anthocyanosides work together to help reduce bad cholesterol levels. Helps to strengthen capillaries all over the body, so they are used to treat varicose veins and hemorrhoids, and are great for helping the blood circulate freely through the body.
PROTECTION AGAINST EYE DISORDERS
Bilberry leaves are useful for the maintenance of eye health by preventing damage to important parts of the eye such as the retina. Powerful radical scavengers present in it helps enhance the vision and may be useful for the restoration and homeostasis of corneal limbal epithelial cells. Bilberry leaves also help to strengthen capillaries in the eyes which also help protect the eye from damage.
ANTI-MICROBAL EFFECTS
Bilberry contains phenolic components which have also been found to exert anti-microbial activity. Recent scientific findings also suggest the potential of its extract in fighting antibiotic-resistant organisms.
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY PROPERTY
Due to high levels of tannins, it has strong anti-inflammatory properties that help to treat diarrhea (especially in children since it is such a mild herb), hemorrhoids, and colon or intestinal inflammation. It is also useful for treating rheumatism, arthritis, and gout.
MAY IMPROVE THE BLOOD SUGAR IN DIABETICS
Traditionally, bilberry leaves have been used to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
NOTE
Do not take with other anti-coagulant drugs.
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
