Bilberry, or Vaccinium Myrtillus, is a small flowering shrub from the family Ericaceae that is pr...
Bilberry, or Vaccinium Myrtillus, is a small flowering shrub from the family Ericaceae that is primarily characterized by its fruits, which look exactly like blueberries and are commonly called European blueberries. However, the leaves of bilberry plant also hold immense importance in traditional medicine and have been used for various health purposes since the Middle Ages. The plant is known with several common names. Some of them include whortleberry, blue whortleberry, wimberry, and common bilberry.
Parts Used: Leaf Certified Organic Country of Origin: Albania
Benefits and Uses
Excessive bowel movements
Managing blood sugar levels
Infections
Burns
Minor urinary infections
Improving blood flow and circulation
Menstrual cramps
Certain eye problems and to improve night vision
GI disorders
Kidney problems
Skin infections
Joints pain and inflammation
Chronic fatigue
Strengthening bladder and improving kidney function
Anti-inflammatory
Fight against free radical damage
Bilberry leaf is the source of:
Antioxidants
Bioflavonoids
Tannins
Flavonols
Quercetin
Catechins
Phenolic acids
Traditional Uses
Several traditional medicinal systems use bilberry leaves for a range of health issues, including infections, stomach and bowel movement related issues, small burns, and managing blood sugar levels.
Modern Uses
Bilberry leaves are best known for their ability to help keep blood sugar levels in control. However, they also help prevent and fight against free radical damage and have anti-inflammatory, digestion regulating, anti-infectious and lipid lowering properties.
Fun Fact
Bilberry is called blueberry by Scandinavians, when they are speaking English, because the local name for the fruit blåbär literally translates to blueberry. The two fruits are often confused. They are related, but different.
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent any disease. Results may vary based on individual user and are not guaranteed.
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