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Bilberry
Vaccinium myrtillus
Antioxidantmoderate evidence
Bilberry anthocyanins (particularly delphinidin) inhibit cancer cell growth, induce apoptosis, and reduce angiogenesis in colon, breast, and leukemia cells. They also protect eye health — important for cancer patients as both chemotherapy and radiation can damage vision.
Medicinal Properties
AntioxidantAnti-tumourAnti-angiogenicNeuroprotective
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Cancer Types Studied
ColonBreastLeukemia
Recommended Dosage
100–480 mg standardised anthocyanin extract daily.
Preparations
Extract Capsules
160–480 mg standardised bilberry extract (25% anthocyanosides) daily.
Fresh Bilberries
100–200 g fresh bilberries daily when in season.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- May lower blood sugar — monitor in diabetics
- May thin blood — caution with anticoagulants
- Avoid if allergic to blueberries/bilberries
- Supplements may lower blood pressure
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.