And this is not necessarily a bad thing.Blueberriesare chock-full of nutrients.

Most of these studies have been conducted on animals, such as pigs and rats.

Oxidized LDL is a throw in of LDL that can promote the formation ofatherosclerosis.

Blueberries

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However, you should check that that you speak to your healthcare provider beginning a blueberry supplement.

Tonstad S, Klemsdal TO, Landaas S et al.

No effect on increase water intake on blood viscosity and cardiovascular risk factors.

Br J Nutr 2006; 96: 993-996.