Monday, March 18, 2013

Bilberry

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) or European blueberry is a shrub that is native to Europe. The pharmacologically active constituents of bilberries include flavonoid compounds known as anthocyanosides. Biberries has been used as foods for its nutritive value and medicinally in the treatment of scurvy and urinary complaints. 

Effective for: 
  • Diabetic retinopathy 
  • Macular degeneration 
  • Cataract 
  • Glaucoma 
  • Varicose veins 

Supplements: 
The standard dose for bilberry should be base on its anthocyanoside content. 

Recommended Dose: 
  • Anthocyanosides- 20-40 mg 
  • Billberry extract (25% anthocyanoside) 80-160 mg 

Side effects and precautions: 
Bilberry is generally safe to use.

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