New research from Dr. Rosenbloom’s blog: blueberries can help your BP as much as meds, pomegranate juice improves visual learning and memory, and making sure you’re not vitamin D deficient is good for brain health
Each day dozens of research studies appear in my inbox, peaking this old college professor’s interest. Last week, there were three studies that made me want to take a closer look: one published in an aging journal, one presented at an annual scientific conference, and one animal study in the journal Brain Structure and Function. Let’s briefly talk about each one and how it might translates from the page to your plate.
Blueberries for Blood Pressure
The blue color in blueberries is due to the presence of anthocyanins (pronounced ann-though-sigh-a-nins), a sub-group of plant chemicals knows as polyphenols. Fruits and veggies that are deeply colored red, blue, and purple are especially rich in anthocyanins. The study published in the Journals of Gerontology (gerontology is the study of aging) found that eating about a cup of blueberries twice a day lowered blood pressure similar to the lowering from taking…
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BionicOldGuy 
Have you read “fast after 50.” It is a bit technical, but I am enjoying it and will try to change my habits and exercise plans because of it
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Hi Anthony, yes I read it a while back. I am a big fan of coach Friel. He is also the author of “The Cyclist’s Training Bible” and “The Triathlete’s Training Bible” and is a well-regarded coach. I don’t think you can go wrong following his advice. I like his blog too: https://www.joefrielsblog.com
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I will definitely check that out.
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