Blueberry Juice

Blueberry juice is the liquid extracted from blueberries, a small, round, dark-blue fruit native to North America. The juice is typically made by crushing and pressing ripe blueberries, often with added water and sometimes other fruit juices for flavor or consistency.

Blueberry juice is primarily used to impart a natural blue-purple color and a fruity flavor to foods and beverages. It is commonly found in fruit juices, smoothies, yogurts, candies, baked goods, and as a natural coloring agent in various products.

Blueberry juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains antioxidants, such as anthocyanins, which are linked to potential health benefits like reduced inflammation, though more research is needed. JECFA has evaluated blueberry juice and found no safety concerns at typical consumption levels. Evidence for specific health benefits is still developing, and it's important to consume it as part of a balanced diet.