the aphrodisiac history of blueberries
Blueberries have been a part of the American diet longer than American has been America. Native Americans ate and preserved blueberries for a shot of sugar during the long winter months. And while the tiny sapphire fruits were credited with at times starving off famine, every part of the blueberry bush was used for medicine.
A tea made from blueberry leaves is said to purify the blood. Pressed into a juice, the berries help a chronic cough. The root was and still is used to help ease the pain women during childbirth.
Today we know what our earliest settlers didn’t, that blueberries are one of the greatest natural sources of antioxidants at our fingertips. Modern science has proven the early medicine man’s instincts that blueberries can help reduce inflammation, reduce cholesterol and potentially help regulate blood pressure.
And while coughs and cholesterol are most decidedly not sexy, blueberries also have their place in the sensual realm. Just ½ cup of blueberries per day will remarkably increase energy and stamina.
Blueberries are rich in fiber and can banish bloating. They promote blood flow – that’s key in games of the bedroom. And blueberries contain the antioxidant resveratrol, which show promise in fighting heart disease as well as premature aging.
So basically, blueberries will keep you young, cute, energized with blood pumping and stamina to spare.
