Blackberry is the closest relative of raspberry. Its name was given to the berry because of the thorns on the stem, which resemble the hedgehog needles. Still our grandmothers knew, than the blackberry is useful and appreciated it for curative natural properties. Preparing from this berries infusions and decoctions, which were used in the treatment of dysentery, indigestion, etc.
What are the vitamins in the blackberry?
The basic substances necessary for the human body are collected in this wonderful berry. Here are some of them:
- vitamin A;
- vitamins B1 and B2;
- vitamin C;
- vitamin E;
- vitamin PP;
- beta-carotene.
In addition to vitamins, the blackberry is also saturated with macro and microelements:
- calcium;
- potassium;
- magnesium;
- sodium;
- phosphorus.
In its composition, the berry contains still natural sugar - glucose and fructose, as well as citric, malic, tartaric and salicylic acid.
Blackberry - benefits and contraindications
Blackberry is not only a very delicious berry, but also very useful. With frequent use of it, it is possible to significantly strengthen immunity , improve metabolism and, on the whole, normalize the work of all body systems. Blackberries, like raspberries, are a safe and natural antipyretic. That's why she, along with her relative of raspberries, is often used for colds.
But its healing properties of blackberries contains not only in fruits, but also in leaves. They are rich in tannins, minerals, amino acids and ascorbic acid. If you drink, cooked from the leaves of the broth, you can reduce nervous excitability and normalize sleep. Also this healing drug works well on the digestive system, preventing diseases of the stomach and liver, and it is also an excellent diuretic and diaphoretic.
Very good infusion of blackberry leaves helps against diarrhea. For this you need: 1 tsp. dry leaves pour a glass of boiling water and allow to boil for 10-15 minutes. Then strain and drink the cooked drink three times a day.
But nevertheless the blackberry has also contra-indications:
Sometimes this berry causes a strong allergy, so use it with caution follows people who are prone to any allergic reactions.
Those who have increased acidity of gastric juice and have kidney diseases, this berry should be excluded from the diet .
Use of jam from blackberry
Blackberry produces a very tasty and sweet jam. Just like a fresh berry, this delicacy is also very useful. It has long been proven that the use of jam from the blackberry has an obvious positive effect in the treatment of acute respiratory infections and pneumonia. And thanks to phenolic compounds such jam is an excellent anti-inflammatory agent and has a beneficial effect on the digestive system.
But the benefits of jam from the blackberry will be palpable, only if you prepare this delicacy from a good berry and do not cook for a long time, because prolonged heat treatment reduces the number of useful elements.
Blackberry Slimming
The calorie content of this berry is quite low, for 100 g there are only 36 calories, so the blackberry is very
Eat sweet blackberries and strengthen your body. And from the healing leaves do not forget to prepare infusions of decoctions. Be healthy!