Mulberries
Cost per kilo 29,00 €

Mulberries are the sweet, hanging fruit from a genus of deciduous trees that grow in a variety of temperate areas around the world. Thought to possibly have originated in China, they have since spread throughout the world and are highly praised for their unique flavor, as well as a truly impressive and unusual composition of nutrients for a berry. Some varieties found in different parts of the world are considered to be native from those areas, as they are so widespread.

The health benefits of mulberries include their ability to improve digestive health, lower cholesterol, aid in weight loss efforts, increase circulation throughout the body, build bone tissue, boost the immune system, prevent certain types of cancer, slow the aging porcess, lower blood pressure, protect eye health and improve the overall metabolism of the body.

The fresh varieties of the fruit, besides being eaten raw, are usually prepared as sherbets, jams, jellies, fruit tarts, pies, wines, teas and cordials.

Mulberries have nutrients that are important for our body, including iron, riboflavin, vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, phosphorus and calcium, as well as a significant amount of dietary fiber and a wide range of organic compounds, including phytonutrients, zea-xanthin, rasveratrol, anthocyanins, lutein and various other polyphenolic compounds.

Medicinal Applications:

  • Mulberies contain approximately 10% of one's daily requirements in dietary fiber. Dietary fiber can help to improve digestive health by bulking up stool, speeding up the movement of food throught the digestive tract, while also reducing constipation, bloating and cramping. Furthermore, fiber helps regulate cholesterol levels and can boost heart health.
  • The high levels of iron present in the small fruit, which is in dact an unusual mineral to be present in fruits, can boost the body's red blood cell profuction. In turn, the body can increase the distribution of oxygen to improtant organs, boosting metabolism and optimizing overall functionality.
  • The resveratrol in mulberries is an important flavonoid antioxidant that increases the production of nitric oxide, which is a vasodilator, which relaxes the blood vessels and reduces chances of blood clot formation.
  • Between the high content of anthocyanids, vitamin C, vitamin A and various other polyphenolic and phytonurtrient compounds, mulberries are absolutely full of antioxidant potential. Antioxidants are the main line of defense against free radicals, helping in neutralizing them quickly.
  • Zea-xanthin, a carotenoid in mulberries, reduces oxidative stress in the retina macula lutea. The compound also functons as an antioxidant, preventing damage to the retina, including free radicals that can cause macular degeneration and cataracts.
  • Mulberries contain vitamin K, calcium and iron, as well as phosphorus and magnesium, all of which promote bone strength, reverse the damage of bone degradation and speed the healing process in instances like osteoporosis or other age-related bone disorders.
  • Mulberries also contain an impressive amount of vitamin A and vitamin E, carotenoids like lutein, beta carotene, zea-xanthin and alpha carotene. All of these elements act as antioxidants and affect the skin, tissue, hair and other areas of the body where free radical damage occurs.

Safety Profile:

Mulberries lower blood sugar levels, which although is very beneficial for some, could pose a threat to others. There have also been very rare cases of allergy to mulberry.

This is to inform you that we are not doctors. What is written above has a simple character and in no way replaces medical application. Always consult your doctor about your health issues.

 

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