date:May 23, 2019
sified as superfruits, a category characterized by a variety of phytonutrients; however, many contain high amounts of flavonoids such as anthocyanins, which give blueberries their deep color and also provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, Payne says.
Among the beverage categories that are a functional fit for blueberries are blueberry teas, smoothies, pourable yogurts, drinkable desserts, juice drinks, sports drinks and fiber drinks, which are increasing in popularity, Payne says.