Mulberry Fruit - Overlooked Wonder!
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Years ago, at my childhood home, a mulberry tree grew on the east side of the house. I never thought much about the spreading tree as the years passed. I took the dark black fruit for granted, and enjoyed the fun moments with my kids as we ate fresh fruit from the branches.
Years later, I started finding ways to preserve this fruit that came and went in just a few weeks time. I began drying it, and also making jellies, jams, and tinctures with the plump berries.
In fact, if you're tempted to taste one of these berries, you don't have to look far. My proprietary blend features the mighty mulberry as the first ingredient in Mulberry Mystique. Find it here on my website or shaleejynnsade.etsy.com.
The mulberry is believed to originate from China. There are several kinds commonly recognized. The Morus alba (white mulberry), Morus australis (Chinese mulberry), Morus rubra (red berry), and Morus nigra ( black berry) can be found in various areas of the world. Many types are commonly found here in the United States.
What I never expected was the overwhelming interest in this little berry by some others around the world. For instance, Healthline published the article "Mulberry Nutrition and Benefits" located here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/mulberries, highlighting some interesting characteristics, such as being rich in iron and complete vitamin C. They contribute diversity for those pursuing a plant focused diet.
In addition, SCIENCEINSIGHTS noted Mulberries contain 8 to 14 times as much heart healthy resveratrol as grapes as well as a specific kind of antioxidant called Anthocyanin, which yields a red or purple pigment. More details are cited in the article "What Is Mulberry Good For? Nutrition and Benefits" found here: https://scienceinsights.org/what-is-mulberry-good-for-nutrition-and-benefits/.
Natural Food Series, not to be left behind, published a list of benefits in their article "11 Amazing Benefits of Mulberries" found here: https://naturalfoodseries.com/11-benefits-mulberries/. Some of these jaw-dropping benefits include such surprises as healthy skin and eye health. Here is the total list they published!
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This is so informative!! I never would've imagined that mulberry has so many benefits!