Common Names: bilberry, European blueberry, whortleberry, huckleberry, wineberry, blaeberry

Bilberry’s name is derived from the Danish word bollebar, which means “dark berry.”    They are full of antioxidants, phytoflavinoids, vitamins and minerals to support the body. It is predominately known for supporting good vision. Other historical uses have been to aid with problems associated with upset stomach, diarrhea, inflammation of the mouth/throat, hardening of the arteries, bruising and even hemorrhoids.

The dried fruit can be eaten by itself, added to teas, made into tinctures or even ground into powder to make a pill.