Everyone wants a natural "fountain of youth" - and slowing the breakdown of DNA in your body might get you there. Hang on, because this is a little technical. Oxidative DNA in cells causes them to break down prematurely, and become unable to repair themselves fully. In large numbers, the effects are a worn-out body - problems with eyesight and hearing and wearing down of your internal organs. Your skin, the largest organ, also shows aging and damage as the DNA breaks down. Blueberries are high in antioxidants, compounds that help prevent oxidative DNA by inhibiting the power of damaging Free Radicals in the body. Thus, high consumption of blueberries may help your body slow the aging process and help your cells normally regenerate, preserving their youthful function.

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