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Blu-Flow study spotlights wild blueberries’ support of cardiovascular and cognitive function
By Kitty Broihier, MS, RD, LD June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month, a good time to learn more about howwe can help support our own brain health with lifestyle choices. Interestingly, the same lifestylehabits that can benefit our brains also help our hearts (read more on this connection… Read More
Maine’s Third Annual Wild Blueberry Weekend Set for August 5-6, 2023
Ah, summer in Maine . . . that incredible time of year we all wait for is just around the corner! With summer comes the opportunity to enjoy fun outings and excursions with family and friends. If you’re looking for a new event to add to your summer fun list,… Read More
New Research Study Indicates Wild Blueberries Improve Fat Oxidation Rates
In a recently published pilot study where male participants consumed the powder equivalent of about one cup of wild blueberries daily for two weeks, it was found that their fat oxidation rates improved during a period of moderate-intensity cycling (1). Fat oxidation (FAT-ox) is the rate at which fatty acids… Read More
Wild Blueberry Smoothie Recipes Celebs Swear By
March is National Frozen Foods Month and a great reminder that frozen foods are a convenient and delicious way for all families to eat healthy. In case you didn’t know, many frozen foods have the same high nutritional value as fresh, and in some cases, they can be even better… Read More
A New Dietary Recommendation to Boost Heart Health—Bring on the Berries, Tea and Cocoa
By Kitty Broihier, MS, RD, LD A month dedicated to hearts is romantic, but it can also be an opportunity to rededicate ourselves to taking care of our hearts. February is Heart Month, when the American Heart Association encourages us to adopt heart-healthy lifestyle and eating habits, such as consuming a wide variety… Read More
Wild Blueberries & Chocolate: The Perfect Combination for Valentine’s Day
Want to spice up your Valentine’s Day treat giving game? Instead of one of those generic hearts filled with some decent tasting chocolate, go the extra mile and whip up some delicious goodies from scratch and show that special someone just how much you care. To help you in the… Read More
New Research Study Indicates Wild Blueberries Improve Brain’s Processing Speed
In a recently published study where volunteer participants with cognitive issues consumed wild blueberries daily for six months, it was found that the speed at which the participants could process information increased. Cognitive processing speed is defined as the speed at which our brains process information and use it to… Read More
7 Healthy & Delicious Smoothie Recipes from Health Experts
During August we took twelve health experts from across the country on an incredible 3-day adventure through Maine’s wild blueberry fields. From hand raking wild blueberries, to an amazing dinner featuring the delicious berries, and a smoothie-making competition, our health experts received a whirlwind introduction to Maine’s nutritious and delicious… Read More
Need Help Mapping Out Your Wild Blueberry Weekend Adventure: Explore These Locations
The Second Annual Wild Blueberry Weekend is fast approaching, and you know what that means – it’s time to start thinking about your *wild* line up of activities to help celebrate our state’s iconic fruit! Whether you’re a native Mainer or enjoying a Maine getaway, mark your calendar for this… Read More
The Rich History of Wild Blueberrying at Welch Farm in Downeast Maine
From day one, wild blueberries have held a special place in Lisa Hanscom’s heart. The Welch/Hanscom family has been stewarding their many acres of wild blueberry land situated in Roque Bluffs, Maine, since the early 1900’s. Lisa, the current owner and operator of the farm, was excited to sit down… Read More
