Phytochemical potential of blueberries and opinions on their importance for balance improving and health support in older age

Authors

  • Hana Kalová Nemocnice České Budějovice, a. s., pracoviště klinické farmakologie, Nadační fond EMA České Budějovice
  • Brigita Janečková Nemocnice České Budějovice, a. s., pracoviště klinické farmakologie
  • Petr Petr Jihočeská univerzita, Zdravotně sociální fakulta, katedra klinických a preklinických oborů, Nemocnice České Budějovice, a. s., pracoviště klinické farmakologie
  • Miroslav Verner Nemocnice České Budějovice, a. s., centrální laboratoře
  • Jarmila Bočková Jednota, s. d., České Budějovice
  • Alena Seborová Městský úřad města Borovany
  • Jan Reban DPS Hvízdal, České Budějovice

Keywords:

European blueberries, Vaccinium myrtillus, importance for human health, prevention, mental functions, physical functions, ageing

Abstract

The presented study is focused on contemporary knowledge and concepts concerning health benefits of the blueberries on the human health. They compare their effects on the brain and nervous system and on the mnestic, cognitive and sensory functions (with a special regard to the sight), locomotor functions (with a special regard to the balance and gait), antisclerotic, cardioprotective and angioprotective effects, potential anti-cancer effects and general protective effects (with a special regard to the ageing process). Contents of micronutrients present in the blueberries for the health are detailed. Differences in the importance of micronutrients and further effective substance are explained based on the RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) value. Basic and well attainable literature is quoted, which offers detailed outlines of effective phytochemical substances in the bilberry and of the botanic classification and variations.

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30-12-2017

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Kalová, H., Janečková, B., Petr, P., Verner, M., Bočková, J., Seborová, A., & Reban, J. (2017). Phytochemical potential of blueberries and opinions on their importance for balance improving and health support in older age. Acta Salus Vitae, 5(2), 36–45. Retrieved from http://odborne.casopisy.palestra.cz/index.php/actasalusvitae/article/view/137