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One of only three berries native to North America, the Wild Blueberry (vaccinium angustifolium) thrives in the glacial soils and northern climate found in the fields and barrens of Downeast Maine and Canada.

 

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Health Benefits: Heart Health

Bilberries, Blueberries Linked to Improved Cardiovascular System USDA scientists have discovered that blueberries and cranberries contain significant levels of resveratrol, a natural compound that has been found to have cardiovascular-protective qualities.

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Anthocyanin extracts from Vaccinium species have also been shown to enhance the elasticity of arterial walls and increase the strength of capillaries.