Often labeled a superfood, blueberries are bursting with vitamins and minerals — many of which are classified as antioxidants. Much of the power of this little berry lies in its color.
Blueberries might be the best example of how good things come in small packages.
“Beyond their tangy sweetness, blueberries offer a wealth of health benefits,” says Anya Miller, a Mayo Clinic dietitian.
She says that includes protection for your heart, thanks to something called an anthocyanin — a compound in these berries that gives them their deep blue hue.
“Blueberries, in particular, have about 25 different anthocyanins, whereas other berries might just have two or three,” says Miller.