Maine blueberries. (Photo courtesy Merryspring Nature Center) University of Maine Professor Dorothy Klimis-Zacas will lead an online presentation on the health benefits of wild blueberries on Tuesday, March 30, at 12 p.m., hosted by Merryspring Nature Center. Recently, much research has been done on the health benefits of foods high in antioxidants. Wild blueberries, indigenous to the State of Maine are among the foods highest in antioxidants, with their benefits on preventing chronic diseases documented during the last 15 years. Dr. Klimis-Zacas’ presentation will focus on the health benefits of wild blueberries in regard to cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and obesity-induced inflammation.