Mulberries: effects and ingredients
The mulberry is a real power fruit. The healthy and tasty berry is rarely found fresh in Germany. We have summarized the effects and ingredients for you.
The effective ingredients of the mulberry
No matter whether fresh or dried - the mulberry convinces with its health-promoting ingredients. We have three types of fruit: black, white and red mulberry. Red and black berries have the most intense taste.
- 25% of the berry consists of proteins. This is vegetable protein that is responsible for building muscle.
- Mulberries contain 17 amino acids, such as leucine and lysine. These form the precursor of hormones and enzymes, create proteins and are indispensable for the immune system.
- In addition, the miracle berry contains many antioxidants that slow down the aging process of the human body.
- Vitamins C and E, which are important for the human body, can be found in large quantities in mulberries. Vitamins B1, B2 and B6, which are important for skin, hair and bones, are also present in the fruit.
- Trace elements such as copper, zinc, phosphorus and fluorine are integral components of mulberries. The berry also contains sodium, potassium and iron.
- What is special about the mulberry is that in the dried state there is no loss of nutrients during storage.
Effect of the mulberry on the human body
Mulberries have a positive effect on the human body. Diabetics, athletes and vegans in particular can benefit from the healthy active ingredients of the mulberry.
- Secondary plant compounds are particularly important for type II diabetics. These have a blood sugar regulating effect. At best, the phytonutrients contained in the mulberry can even improve insulin production.
- Since vegans and vegetarians often suffer from iron deficiency, the mulberry can provide a natural source of iron. Since the human body also requires copper to decode iron contained in plant substances, the mulberry is a good way to supply your body with iron without taking any additional nutritional supplements.
- Mulberries are ideal for athletes because the substances contained in the mulberries, such as sodium and potassium, can regulate the fluid balance of your body. The high iron content has a beneficial effect on the metabolism. The aspartic and glutamic acid also supports the building of bones and muscles.
- The healthy ingredients of the mulberry have an equally positive effect on the cardiovascular system and your urinary tract. Digestion can also be promoted.
- You should particularly take mulberries for colds, as the high vitamin C content can help the body to recover.
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