Blueberries are a widely distributed and widespread group of perennial flowering plants with blue or purple berries. They are classified in the section Cyanococcus within the genus Vaccinium. [1] . …

Nov 26, 2024 · Blueberries are low in calories but high in nutrients. The blueberry bush (Vaccinium sect. Cyanococcus) is a flowering shrub that produces berries with a bluish, purple hue — also known as...

Nov 6, 2025 · Blueberries are packed with antioxidants that can support your health. Read along to learn what a dietitian says about why blueberries are good for you.

Feb 12, 2025 · Some research suggests blueberries have certain health benefits, including the potential to improve heart health, increase bone strength, and lower blood pressure. People can eat fresh...

Nov 28, 2025 · Blueberry, any of several North American shrubs of the genus Vaccinium (family Ericaceae), prized for their sweet edible fruits. Hailed as a superfood, blueberries are an excellent …

Sep 7, 2023 · Blueberries are the dark blue edible fruit that comes from a North American shrub, or bush, with the same name. Because of their sweet and tart flavor and their nearly seedless nature,...

Dec 10, 2025 · Blueberries pack a powerful punch of nutrition in a small package, but are they high in sugar? Here's what to know.