Mulberry's health benefits, contraindications, and reviews

The use of mulberries in healing is an interesting question for those who appreciate alternative medicine and natural remedies. Mulberries are used relatively rarely in folk remedies, but when used appropriately, the berry can be beneficial. Mulberries, also known as mulberries, are woody plants with neat, interestingly shaped fruits. These are individual berries, fixed in the center. They resemble mini-grapes, with a sweet-tart, slightly astringent flavor, which can vary depending on the cultivar. They are not a fruit, but a berry.

Description

There are many known varieties, but they are divided into white, red, and black mulberries. The berries differ in color and have slightly different flavors. The fruit's medicinal properties are preserved, regardless of the variety. This plant grows in temperate climates, and bears fruit from early spring to late summer.

Compound

The health benefits of the mulberry have made it popular in alternative medicine and the culinary world. The berries are used to make juices, teas, jellies, and jams; they are also used in pies and desserts, and even to make mulberry wine. Photos of the mulberry tree and berries demonstrate the beauty of this plant.

Mulberry contains beneficial elements, phytonutrients, and polyphenols. The following are considered essential:

1. Zeaxanthin.
2. Lutein.
3. Anthocyanins.
4. Resveratrol.

The daily intake of berries contains the following vitamins:

1. C – 61%.
2. K – 10%.
3. B2 – 6%.
4. E – 4%.
5. B6 – 3%.

Minerals:

1. Fe – 10%.
2. K – 6%.
3. Mg – 5%.
4. P – 4%.
5. Ca – 4%.

The berry contains 43 calories per 100 grams.

Useful qualities

The healing benefits of mulberries are evident in both traditional medicine and culinary creations. Mulberries have a positive effect on the immune system and are an excellent preventative for colds, viral illnesses, and infectious diseases—making berry jam is a great solution in the fall.

Among the healing properties:

1. It normalizes metabolism and helps the gastrointestinal tract function properly—the black variety is especially beneficial here.
2. Helps with gastritis with low production of gastric juice, diarrhea.
3. Eliminates complications of poisoning.
4. Strengthens blood vessels and has a positive effect on the myocardium.
5. Cleanses the blood and removes toxic substances, thereby cleansing the liver.
6. Helps with joint pathologies.
7. Treats heartburn and inflammatory processes in the oral cavity.
8. Normalizes blood pressure and eliminates anemia.
9. Has a positive effect on the central nervous system.

Its beneficial properties for humans include protection against cancer, as it fights the development of malignant neoplasms.

The particular benefit of white mulberry for women lies in the positive effect of the product during menstruation or menopause.

For men, the berry is beneficial because it promotes testosterone production and protects the body from pathologies. The fruit has a positive effect on potency and prevents prostate cancer.

Mulberries are good for babies. They're rich in vitamins, promoting healthy growth and development, and the berries themselves are simply flavorful. Giving children berry jam is beneficial. Children should only eat berries from age 2. The berries contain small seeds, which can be irritating to a child's delicate stomach.

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How to use during pregnancy, lactation and for weight loss

Mulberries are especially beneficial for pregnant women, with the fruit having a positive effect on both the mother and the unborn child. However, it's important to remember the dosage; the recommended amount for expecting mothers should not exceed 300 grams. The fruit should be ripe—unripe mulberries are harmful, as they can cause diarrhea.

During lactation, the benefits of the white variety are enormous, the fruits:

• help maintain normal hemoglobin levels in the bloodstream;
• calm the central nervous system;
• stimulate milk production;
• improves the newborn's immunity.

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However, it's important to introduce this product gradually, carefully monitoring your child's behavior. Sometimes children may have a negative reaction, and then the berries can actually cause harm.

Mulberries are very low in calories and therefore beneficial when consumed as part of a diet. The berries' properties speed up metabolism, so extra pounds evaporate without any problem. A dietary plan has been developed: for a week, consume primarily this berry, supplementing it with:

• low-fat meat;
• boiled eggs;
• kefir drink.

In just 3 days, combined with physical activity and avoiding unhealthy foods, these fruits will help you lose 2-3 unwanted kilos.

Bark and juice - consumption standards

Healers value not only the berries but also dried mulberry bark. It contains the same trace elements as the fruit, but in a highly concentrated form. Infusions of the bark are effective in treating respiratory conditions. A unique ointment made from the bark and olive oil helps heal wounds and burns. Mulberry bark is also beneficial for hypertension.

The healing juice obtained from the fruits is a product enriched with beneficial elements.

Fruit juice is often given to children. It is an effective preventative for rickets and iron deficiency.

Alternative medicine recipes

The beneficial properties of berries are used to treat many conditions. Alternative medicine has developed many proven recipes to help alleviate negative symptoms. Nutritionists recommend 100-300 grams of berries per day. The health benefits of berries depend on the amount consumed. Consuming up to 300 grams of berries daily will not harm the body. The body digests the berries in 2 hours and 40 minutes.

For hypertension and myocardial problems

Mulberries contain beneficial properties that are essential for cardiovascular health. The benefits of mulberry tea mulberry leaves V:

• strengthening of vascular walls;
• blood purification;
• normalizing blood pressure;
• normalization of myocardial function.

To make a tea, take 2 tablespoons of the small leaves, steep them in boiling water, cover, and let steep for 20 minutes. Drink 2 cups daily before meals, without adding sugar.

For iron deficiency

Dried herbs from this medicinal plant help normalize blood counts and restore vitality. To make a healing infusion, steep 1 teaspoon of crushed dried bark or a few berries in 200 ml of boiling water, then cover and let steep for 60 minutes.

The infusion should be consumed in small doses - 1 tablespoon 3 times a day before meals.

For colds

A berry infusion is helpful for acute respiratory viral infections and influenza: 400 g of freshly picked berries are steeped in 0.5 liters of vodka, 0.2 kg of granulated sugar is added, and the mixture is kept in a dark place for three weeks, shaking occasionally. When consumed, the infusion not only reduces fever but also provides an expectorant effect.

The fruits help with nasopharyngeal conditions. Freshly prepared berry juice made from the fruits is placed into the nasal passages, 4 drops at a time, up to 6 times a day.

For vision problems

Cataracts are a visual disorder that can lead to blindness. The plant's leaves are a good preventative measure. To make the tea, crush 2 tablespoons of fresh or dried leaves. Brew them in 0.5 liters of boiling water and simmer for 15 minutes. Let steep for 60 minutes, then strain. Drink twice daily, morning and night.

To achieve results, you need to take the drug every day for 60-90 days, and then take a break.

For pain syndrome

The healing properties of mulberry help in the treatment of migraines. Take a handful of the ground mulberry and steep it in a liter of boiling water, then simmer for 10 minutes. Let the infusion steep for another 60 minutes, then strain, and then take 200 ml three times daily for 60 days. The rhizome and bark of this plant strengthen the vascular wall and normalize blood pressure, thereby alleviating the pain.

For inflammation of the pancreas

During an exacerbation of the disease, large amounts of food are prohibited, and berries are also prohibited at this time, as they are harmful. However, during remission, berries are allowed, as they improve digestion. During inflammation, berries can be consumed as a drink; dried berries are a good choice. Decoctions and infusions of this medicinal plant can be consumed before meals to facilitate digestion.

In case of diabetic disease

Mulberry's benefits for diabetics stem from its high riboflavin content, which normalizes blood glucose levels. It's especially beneficial for type 2 diabetes. For this condition, mulberry berries and its infusion can be consumed. To prepare:

1. 2 tablespoons of dried fruits are crushed and brewed with 0.2 liters of boiling water.
2. Let stand for 4 hours.
3. Filter through gauze and drink several sips throughout the day.

To eliminate feverish conditions

For fever, a weak mulberry infusion is excellent. Grind a few berries with granulated sugar, add warm water, and drink until the temperature drops. Incidentally, the dried mulberry is just as beneficial as the freshly picked.

For swelling

An infusion of freshly picked mulberries has a positive effect on kidney function and is effective in reducing swelling. To make:

1. 2 tablespoons of fruit are thoroughly mashed.
2. Brew 200 ml of boiling water and cover with a lid.
3. Let it stand for 5 hours and then filter.

To avoid harming the kidneys, the infusion of the medicine should be consumed 4 times a day, 0.1 liter at a time.

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For worms

Mulberry is excellent for fighting parasites. Making a healing infusion is easy: steep a few fresh mulberry leaves or chopped branches in boiling water. Let the mixture steep for a while, then drink 0.1 liters in the morning and before bed.

Medicine for skin pathologies

The strengthening properties of the product are used, among other things, externally for:

• injuries;
• psoriatic lesions;
• dermatitis;
• ulcerative manifestations.

To make an ointment, add 0.1 liter of pre-boiled vegetable oil to 2 tablespoons of dry, shredded mulberry bark. Refrigerate for 7 hours. Apply the ointment to injured skin several times a day or use as a compress for 2 hours.

For the eyes

To normalize visual function, relieve chronic eye fatigue, and eliminate unnecessary tears, a mulberry infusion is made by adding a handful of dried mulberry leaves to 200 ml of water and steeping them in a water bath for 10 minutes. Cool, then place 5 drops in each eye daily.

The warm leaves that remain in the decoction can be placed on closed eyes for 15 minutes immediately after its preparation.

For sleep disorders

Mulberry calms the central nervous system, relieves stress, and helps with insomnia. The recipe for this remedy is as follows:

1. Boil half a kilo of dried berries for 30 minutes over low heat.
2. Next, pour the prepared infusion into another bowl and fill the fruits that remain at the bottom with 0.5 liters of water.
3. Boil for 30 minutes, combine 2 portions of the infusion together.
4. Filter through a sieve, add 0.3 kg of honey.
5. Boil again over low heat, remove from heat and cool.

The beneficial properties of berry syrup will be revealed if you drink it three times a day, 1 teaspoon at a time, preferably after midday.

For male intimate deviations

A mixture of a kilo of pureed white berries and 0.25 kg of honey is excellent for intimate discomfort. Take 3 teaspoons three times a day, beginning in the afternoon.

For cosmetic products

The plant's healing properties are clearly evident in unconventional cosmetic formulations. Mulberry-based cosmetics:

• soften and cleanse the skin;
• have a rejuvenating effect;
• strengthen weakened strands;
• eliminate baldness.

Skin care products

A highly sought-after healing mask for all skin types. Crush 2 tablespoons of fresh fruit to form a paste. Beat in an egg yolk and a little vegetable oil, and mix the ingredients. Apply the mask to cleansed skin for 15 minutes.

A healing scrub made with white mulberry berries is excellent for redness and acne. Grind 2 tablespoons of white mulberry berries and combine with 1 tablespoon of dried bark. Massage the mixture into the skin using circular motions, then rinse with warm water after 2 minutes.

In hair treatment

A healing mask will help improve hair health and combat alopecia. Grind 100 g of freshly harvested herbs and dilute them in 100 ml of warm water. Apply the mixture to your hair after washing and distribute evenly.

Using massaging movements, rub the preparation into the root area, then leave for 15 minutes.

Contraindications and preparation

For most people, the healing properties of mulberry in any form are beneficial. However, sometimes the berries and foliage of the plant can cause complications. Contraindications include the following:

1. Severe complicated forms of diabetic disease.
2. Chronic diarrhea.
3. Allergic manifestations.

The benefits and harms of mulberries for the body depend on the dose; excessive consumption of the product can cause gastrointestinal upset.

Individual parts of the plant culture are harvested in different seasons:

1. The bark should be collected in the spring, while the mulberry rhizome is harvested for medicinal purposes in the fall.
2. The leaves and fruits are harvested during the flowering and fruiting period of the mulberry tree - from the end of May until the end of summer.

Drying should be done outdoors in the shade. This applies to the leaves, rhizomes, and bark, while mulberries are best prepared in the oven or stovetop; standard drying can often cause them to ferment. Dried plant parts are stored in paper packaging or cloth bags. Mulberry retains its medicinal properties for a year.

Reviews

Mulberry is not uncommon in Russian plots, but it needs care. carrying out pruning and other procedures. Many are unaware of its benefits. However, there are people who deliberately use its healing properties and share their experiences.

Gera Ivanovna, 47 years old, Tinginka village

Mulberry masks revived my dry locks, which had begun to fall out profusely due to frequent bleaching. I applied them to my locks for a month, and my hair became vibrant and shiny again. And the mulberry infusion helped reduce puffiness—varicose veins are a challenge to combat.

Ekaterina Viktorovna, 41 years old, Sochi

I always take a medicinal mulberry tincture at the first sign of a cold. It's incredibly helpful—it treats coughs, lowers low-grade fevers, and ultimately stops the illness at its very onset. When I have a runny nose, I use mulberry drops—they're gentle. I decided to grow one when I saw the photo—it's a striking tree.

The benefits and harms of mulberries are determined primarily by the amount consumed—large doses can cause diarrhea. When consumed appropriately, mulberries in any form are beneficial and will not cause harm.