Fruits and leaves from wild blueberry plants contain diverse polyphenols and decrease neuroinflammatory responses in microglia

Written By Christian Allaire

Highlights

• Wild blueberries contain several polyphenols and have high antioxidant capacity.

• Leaves of blueberry plants have higher antioxidant activity than fruits.

• Extracts from blueberries protect microglia and decrease signs of neuroinflammation.

• Wild blueberries may decrease inflammation and the progress of neurodegeneration.

Abstract

For the treatment of neurological disorders, polyphenols in Vaccinium berry species may be an effective addition to standard medicinal products. Polyphenols may reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, processes believed to contribute to disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.

Christian Allaire
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