1. Catechins found in blueberries activate fat-burning genes in abdominal fat cells to assist with weight loss, and belly fat loss in particular. According to research at Tufts University, regularly ingesting catechins increases abdominal fat loss by 77 percent and double total weight loss.

2. They contain a group of natural phytonutrients (plant nutrient) called proanthocyanidins which have a unique ability to protect both the watery and fatty parts of the brain against damage from some environmental toxins.

3. Blueberries are one of the richest sources of proanthocyanidins. These phytonutrients decrease free radicals levels that are linked to aging (yes wrinkling!) and disease.

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Up and down Detroit’s streets, buildings stand abandoned and in ruin. French photographers Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre set out to document the decline of an American city. Their book “The Ruins of Detroit“, a document of decaying buildings frozen in time, was published in December 2010.

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The U.S. has considered building a fence along its northern border with Canada to keep out terrorists and other criminals, it has emerged.

A Customs and Border Protection Agency report suggested ‘fencing and other barriers’ along the ‘longest non-militarised open border in the world’. But the U.S. agency has since said it is more concerned about considering the environmental effects of building more infrastructure along the border.

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Does your little one have a little of the dark side in him? This fun costume includes a character headpiece with detachable cape and under leg velcro closure. A quality costume made of a plush, thick, soft fleece fabric for comfort and warmth.

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The Tootsie Roll Baby Bunting Costume includes: A Polyester laminated onto foam suit that creates a very durable and snuggly costume for baby.

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