Blueberries and memory!

You might not know that blueberries are considered a memory food. They contain a phytochemical that is important in reversing the age-related decline of memory as well as having a positive effect on spatial working memory. Who doesn't want that kind of help? There are many ways to get blueberries into one's diet. Throw frozen blueberries into a smoothie or put fresh berries in pancakes. If you like toast in the morning, slather some blueberry jam on top (if it is store bought jam make sure it doesn't have corn syrup). Blueberry pie is great, just make sure the crust does not contain hydrogenated oil. Making your own pies or jams ensures that you know what just what's inside. Blueberries are great eaten just as they are or on top of plain yogurt, with a little honey to sweeten the yogurt. If you are lucky enough to live in an area where blueberries grow, find out when harvest time is so that you can pick your own. And you might consider freezing some of the berries as freezing retains the vitamins that  get lost when produce is shipped great distances. The possibilities for adding blueberries to your diet is endless. Blueberry sauce on cheesecake anyone?