Mulberries are the fruits of mulberry trees (Morus sp.) and related to figs and breadfruit.
They carry colorful berries — most commonly black, white, or red — that are often made into wine, fruit juice, tea, jam, or canned foods, but can also be dried and eaten as a snack.
Due to their sweet flavor, impressive nutritional value, mulberries are gaining popularity worldwide. Here are some health benefits of this amazing fruit:
1. Digestive health
Like various other fruits and vegetables, mulberries too contain lots of dietary fiber. Dietary fiber helps in improving your digestion by bulking up stool and speeding up the movement of food through the digestive tract. This reduces the occurrences of constipation, bloating, and cramping.
2. Improves blood circulation
The high iron content in mulberries can significantly boosts the production of red blood cells which helps the body to increase its distribution of oxygen to important tissues and organ systems, hence, helping to boost metabolism and optimize functionality of those systems.
3. Boosts your immune system
Vitamin C is a great weapon against any infection and foreign pathogens as it makes you stronger from within. Since it is not stored or produced in the body, you need to get it form your diet. A single serving of mulberries is almost the entire requirement of vitamin C for the day.
4. Improves your vision
Drinking a glass of mulberry juice every day may help improve your vision. It has a high content of Vitamin A which is good for strengthening your eyesight and relieving eye strains. It also protects eyes from free radicals which is generally the cause of eye sight loss and retina degeneration.
5. Treats dry and sensitive skin
Mulberry leaves can be used to treat extremely dry skin by infusing them in coconut or olive oil for a few days and thereafter applying the oil onto your skin. For best results repeat the ritual at least twice a week.
6. Good for your hair
Mulberry is known to aid in the production of melanin in your hair. This allows you to retain your hair’s natural colour. It is especially beneficial for people who suffer from premature greying of the hair. If you consume mulberry juice on a regular basis it can make your hair healthy. You can even apply the juice onto your hair to promote healthy growth.
7. Anti-ageing properties
Mulberries, like all the other berries, are rich in anti-oxidants which are renowned as effective anti-aging agents and promote glowing, youthful skin.
