Bilberry
(Anthocyalosides)
Other Names: Huckleberry, European blueberry.
General Description: The Bilberry is a deciduous European forest shrub.The fruit is similar to the blueberry
Parts Used: The berries, and leaves.
Active Ingredient: anthocyanosides.
Traditional Uses: Used since recorded times for food. Bilberry reportedly improved British Royal Air Force pilots night vision, during World War II.
Current Status: In Europe bilberry is now part of the treatment of many eye disorders. Several studies have shown it to relax smooth muscle. It has been used to reduce painful uterine cramps known as dysmenorrhea. There are reports of bilberry reducing varicose veins as well.
Precautions: There are no reports of toxic effects
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