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Have A Wild Kickoff to Summer this Memorial Day Weekend
There’s nothing quite like Memorial Day Weekend (MDW) to signify that warmer summer days are officially on their way (especially here in Maine). As MDW approaches, you’re probably dusting off your sunglasses and digging out your long forgotten about sunscreen as you get ready to enjoy a few days in… Read More
Wild Blueberries and Lifelong Brain Health—What the Science Shows
You try to eat well to nourish your body, but what about your brain? In general, incorporating an eating style that helps keep your brain sharp has certain characteristics: it’s low in fatty animal protein, higher in plant protein and legumes, rich in whole grains, and emphasizes healthy fats and seafood…. Read More
What on Earth is an “Anthocyanin”?
If you’re an avid Wild Blueberry eater, chances are you’ve read or heard about how chock-full of antioxidants these tiny, potent berries are – but have you heard about their anthocyanins? Pronounced “an-tho-sigh-a-nins”, these plant compounds are abundant in Wild Blueberries and give them their pretty purple-blue hue. A growing body of… Read More
Why Frozen Wild Blueberries are Actually Fresher
When we see or hear the word “frozen” in front of different foods, we automatically think it’s not good for us or that those foods aren’t nutritious. In reality, many frozen foods – especially fruits and vegetables – may have more nutritious value than their fresh counterparts. For example, the… Read More
Eat Your Heart Out with Wild Blueberries
February marks Heart Health Month AND Valentine’s Day – what a perfect combo! If you’re looking to up the heart healthy ingredients in any of your dishes this month, we suggest adding a little “wild” blue to any meal. Why? Because not only do Wild Blueberries taste delicious, they’re also… Read More
It’s Heart Month: Wear Red—But Eat Blue for Heart Health
We all know that red hearts are associated with Valentine’s Day, so it seems fitting that February is also designated as Heart Month. There’s even a “wear red” day (Feb 5) to help draw attention to heart disease—still a leading cause of death in both the U.S. and Canada. Heart Month is also meant to… Read More
Prioritize Brain Health in 2021 with Wild Blueberries
Happy New Year from all of us at the Wild Blueberry Association of North America! As many of you tackle the first few weeks of 2021, you may have big expectations about what this year will hold and the goals you’ll achieve. Whether that’s working towards new career goals, getting… Read More
Ring in 2021 with Delicious Wild Blueberry Mocktails
While we’re by no means advocating skipping over one of our favorite times of the year, it’s impossible not to start thinking about what a COVID-19 New Year’s Eve celebration is going to look like. With social distancing, masks, and cooler temperatures, especially in New England, here to stay for… Read More
Four Tips to Host a Wildly Successful Thanksgiving Dinner During a Pandemic
We can’t believe we’re saying this, but with Halloween behind us, the holiday season is officially here (where does the time go?!). The holidays are always a special time for so many reasons – seeing loved ones, exchanging gifts, and, of course, eating good food. Despite this year looking a… Read More
Baking with Brain Boosting Wild Blueberries
As many of us self-quarantine to prevent the spread of COVID-19, people are looking for ways to pass the time at home, while also curbing anxiety. One of the big trends emerging is baking (and lots of it). Why, you ask? Well, baking can be extremely calming because it requires… Read More
