Wild About Blueberries Blog
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Grab a Slice of Wild Blueberry Pie for National Pi Day
Happy National Pi Day! In honor of the March 14 holiday, which is the annual celebration of the mathematical constant π, we’re celebrating here in Maine by whipping up some of our favorite wild blueberry pie recipes. Some are more traditional, some aren’t – but we know you’ll love the wild… Read More
The Seven Wild Ways to a Healthy Brain in 2023
‘Tis the season for mulling over your New Year’s resolutions and setting intentions for the year to come. As you head into the holiday season, perhaps you’re considering prioritizing personal health and wellness in 2023. But as you think about those resolutions, one important health and wellness goal that often… Read More
Bake with Frozen Wild Blueberries This Holiday Season
As the cold weather sets in and winter snow starts to fall in New England, it really starts to feel like the holiday season is here. Break out the decorations and baking supplies, because it’s time to start preparing! If you’re the plan ahead type, then chances are you’re starting… Read More
Five Wild Blueberry Dishes to Spice Up Your Thanksgiving Table
Can you believe Thanksgiving is right around the corner? If you’re hosting a small family gathering this year, we have some delicious wild blueberry recipes that may help you spice up your Thanksgiving table. Incorporating this brain healthy, indigenous, wild fruit into your Thanksgiving day is sure to be a… Read More
The Wild Difference: Celebrating Wild Foods Day All Month Long
Fall has officially arrived here in Maine, which means Wild Foods Day is right around the corner! Wild Foods Day is celebrated on October 28th., but we wanted to kick things off a little early so we can enjoy our favorite wild foods all month long! For thousands of years,… Read More
New Research Links Eating Flavonoid-Filled Foods to 20% Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline
As another wild blueberry harvest season wraps up in Maine, farmers are freezing these little blue gems so people around the country can enjoy them year round. Over the years, wild blues have earned the nickname “brain berries” and new research further supports this reputation. The new study tracked participants… Read More
Brain-Healthy Breakfast Recipes to Start Busy School Mornings Off Right
It’s that time of year again–some kids have already had their first day of school while kids here in Maine are just heading back to the classroom. While it’s still a little unclear what the school year will ultimately look like for your child–either in-person learning or remote–we want to… Read More
Back to School: Brain Support for Kids
As we switch gears from summer to fall, back to school time brings lots of things to mind, including new school clothes, new teachers, and a renewed emphasis on habits to support our children as they get back into the classroom. And, while your child might be more interested in… Read More
Fresh Wild Blueberry Season is Officially Here–Celebrate with Us in Maine
If you’ve grown up in Maine or spent a lot of time in Vacationland, then you know that summer means one thing: fresh, wild blueberry season! For a lot of us, wild blueberry season certainly brings back fond memories of raking wild blueberries, filling buckets and eating them before you get home,… Read More
Summer Camp Lunchbox Friendly Wild Blueberry Recipes
It’s officially summertime, which means that there are tons of adventures waiting for you and your family around every corner–think warm nights spent around the campfire, scenic hikes, lake dips, and best of all, yummy wild blueberry dishes! As the world begins to return to some semblance of normality and… Read More
