Abstract:
Blueberry was studied extensively due to its rich nutrition and good health function. The unique nutritional value of blueberry lies not only in its high content of protein,calcium,iron,zinc,vitamin and other nutritional trace elements,but also rich in almost all essential amino acids and functional factors. Blueberry had caused wide public concern by domestic and overseas agricultural and food research institutes due to its potential health benefits of improving the nutrition level of people and prevention of various diseases. In this mini- review papar, the nutritional value and health function of blueberry were introduced. Meanwhile, the problems related to its development and utilization were analyzed and some advices suggested for the blueberry industry.