Blueberries have been named as one of the 'superfoods' because of their high nutritional content and low calories. This blue fruit is indeed attractive, thanks to its sweet taste. Often eaten at breakfast, blueberries are known for their ability to fight various types of diseases. It cannot be separated from the role of antioxidants contained in blueberries. Not only reduces the risk of disease, this blue fruit can also help you to maintain your skin health. As quoted from Healthline, these are the benefits you may gain from consuming blueberries.

• Prevent premature ageing. Thanks to its antioxidant content, blueberry can help fight free radicals that can damage skin cells. As we get older, the body's ability to fight free radicals will decrease. Therefore, increasing your intake of antioxidants is very helpful in preventing premature ageing.
• Improving blood circulation. The heart pumps blood throughout the body to deliver oxygen and nutrients needed by cells, including skin cells. Skin cells need oxygen and nutrients to improve the process of changing cells damaged by UV exposure, pollution, or injury. Therefore, good circulation will help maintain the health of your skin.
• Increasing collagen. Blueberries are very rich in anthocyanin and vitamin C, which are known to be able to support collagen synthesis. Both can help reduce collagen damage and increase its production.
• Accelerate wound healing. Blueberries can help speed up healing process, thanks to the vitamins and antioxidants in it. Vitamins C and K are two important nutrients that play a role in this process. In addition, the injured skin will experience inflammation and oxidative stress, which indicates the presence of free radicals. High intake of antioxidants can help overcome them.
• Reducing inflammation related to acne. Acne occurs when the skin becomes inflamed due to clogged pores. Naturally, the high antioxidant and fibre content in blueberries can help relieve inflammation and reduce acne-related swelling.
• Improving intestinal health. Many studies show that intestinal health is related to skin health. An imbalance of bacteria in the intestines can increase the risk of acne, eczema, and premature ageing. Fibre-rich food such as blueberries can reduce this risk.

Text by Anggie Triana
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Source:

• Healthline - 8 Surprising Blueberry Benefits for Your Skin (2020). https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/blueberry-benefits-for-skin, 23 July 2020.