« Back to products list Common Name: Bilberry
Botanical Name: Vaccinium myrtillus
Other names: European Blueberry, Huckleberry, Whortleberry, Whinberry
Growing Area: Grows in temperate and subarctic areas of the world such as Scotland, England, Ireland and Poland.

General Info:
A close relative of the cranberry, the Bilberry has been used in traditional European medicine for almost a thousand years. It is a small shrub that grows to about 16 inches high and produces small, single dark berries in the summertime similar to that of the appearance of the blueberry.

Nutrients & Applications:
Bilberries are said to improve vision , support eye health and help with eyestrain. Helpful for supporting healthy blood sugar levels, Bilberry is also used due to its beneficial effects in improving blood circulation, maintain healthy cholesterol levels, and relief for nausea and indigestion. Bilberry is high in antioxidant rich flavanoid compounds called anthocyanidins, which have been shown to play a supporting role in maintaining good cardiovascular health and a strong immune system. Bilberries are also known to be helpful for joint health, kidney and urinary tract health, menstrual cramps and diarrhea. It was traditionally used as an application for scurvy. *