This is widely known information that mulberry leaves are used for sericulture, in comparison to this the benefits of the fruits are lesser known. So, here we are to share with everyone about yet another amazing member of the berry family, Mulberry. Mulberries are not only bursting with flavors but are also full of nutritional goodness.
Let’s learn more about the health benefits of this fruit, which tastes sweet and sour similar to a red grape but looks a lot like a blackberry.
Nutritional abundances
Mulberries are rich in vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C, Vitamin K1, iron, Potassium and Vitamin E. All of these have shown benefits such as healthy skin and functioning of body, transporting oxygen around the body, aiding in blood clots and improving bone health. 1 2 3 4 These also protect against oxidative damage through antioxidant properties and may help lower blood pressure, hence reducing risk of heart disease. 5 6
Antioxidant properties
This tasty fruits with a sweet and sour flavor are low-calorie and rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fibers, which may provide a healthy dietary composition (Bhattacharjya, et, al, 2021). This may also help in controlling blood pressure; this indirectly can have a positive impact on heart conditions and certain types of cancers. Antioxidants help with maintaining good health by slowing the aging process and protecting our hair from whitening at an early age.
Bioactive Components
Mulberries are recognized to have a high content of bioactive components which have shown evidence to demonstrate aid in protection against diabetes, inflammation, tumors, neural damage, and cholesterol. This superfood is also said to be beneficial in strengthening our immune system and helps in improving digestion. 4 5
Medicinal uses
Many studies have reflected that mulberries can be used to extract pharmaceutical useful substances (Zhang, et. al 2018). In the olden, almost ancient times, it has been widely used as a main ingredient in many traditional medicines due to its health benefits. One of the main components present is Anthocyanins, natural colorants with added valued properties. These may have helped in preventing cardiovascular diseases, losing weight naturally, and have been shown to possess certain anti-cancer properties. It has also displayed antimicrobial properties.
So many benefits in this small fruit! This is why it is one of the ingredients, handpicked for TANS Body Rejuvenate. This Rawblend is packed with ingredients like Mulberry which collectively improves blood circulation, and digestion; reduces oxidative stress, and promotes cell regeneration.
Try this tasty Rawblend for a power-packed extensive rejuvenation!
References:
1-Effects of vitamin C on health: a review of evidence – PubMed (nih.gov)
2-Vitamin K and bone health – PubMed (nih.gov)
6-Vitamin E in human health and disease – PubMed (nih.gov)
7-Bhattacharjya, D., Sadat, A., Dam, P., Buccini, D. F., Mondal, R., Biswas, T., … & Mandal, A. K. (2021). Current concepts and prospects of mulberry fruits for nutraceutical and medicinal benefits. Current Opinion in Food Science, 40, 121-135.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2214799321000564
8- Zhang, H., Ma, Z. F., Luo, X., & Li, X. (2018). Effects of mulberry fruit (Morus alba L.) consumption on health outcomes: A mini-review. Antioxidants, 7(5), 69.