For centuries, herbalists have used bilberry both medicinally and in food. Bilberry contains chemicals that may help prevent a number of illnesses including eye disorders such as macular degeneration and cataracts. A cataract is a cloudy film that occurs over the normally clear lens of the eye, thereby causing poor vision. If you are considering using bilberry to treat cataracts, consult your physician to discuss its risks and potential benefits.
Warfarin is a prescription medication used to prevent blood clots in people with an irregular heartbeat and other medical conditions. The herbal supplement bilberry is used to treat a variety of medical conditions, including hi...
Vaccinium myrtillus, commonly called bilberry, grows naturally in North America and northern Europe. A close relative of blueberry, bilberry has a traditional role in treating numerous types of vision problems. Some research su...
Sweet in flavor, bilberries are used fresh or in recipes such as jellies and muffins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports. Bilberries bring more to the table than sweet taste, as they are loaded with health benefits and ...
Bilberry, also known as Vaccinum myrtillus, is a close relative of the blueberry. In the February 2002 issue of "Alternative Medicine Review," Dr. Lucy Dey, M.D., notes that bilberry is a shrubby plant native to Europe, and of...
