‘Berries’ sound like an international fruit, inhabitant of super markets or malls however fact is neither berries are aliens to our land nor we are oblivious to their benefits. These are commonly seen in local markets and part of Indian consumption, these are seasonal treats that few of us can resist.
Here we will be taking name of some noteworthy members of this otherwise devise and delicious family; each with their health benefits.
Blackberry
Blackberries fruit these are still the leaders in health benefits. Indian blackberry is humbly called as Jamun. These are fibre rich and also super-rich source of antioxidants. One cup of jamun or blackberry has approximately 7 gms of fibre.
Jamun is also known as fat burners hence the best friends of all those who are looking to shed weight. Among diabetic these are famous for being good for condition as these contain Jamboline which enhances insulin sensitivity and activity in cells thus helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
Cranberry
Cranberry is also known as ‘Phalse’ and is available in north India during summers. Apart from being very sweet in taste; these are super food because of nutrition values. Cranberries are rich in Vitamin C, dietary fibre, antioxidants or phytonutrients and manganese.
Mulberry
‘Here we go round the mulberry bush’ … we have all been hearing this nursery rhyme and enjoy eating this fruit.
Berrylious fruit is also known as ‘Shetoot’ in India and can be easily procured locally. Mulberry is rich in Vitamin B and helps repair skin specifically.
Strawberry
Strawberry is the most famous wonder berry. This juicy fruits contains more than 90 % water and high dose of fibre. Strawberries are high in Vitamin B, Vitamin C, folate that helps maintain healthy hair and reduces mood disorders. Also helpful in cataract and other eye sight related problems.
Strawberry is rich in antioxidants and anthocyanin that help to fight toxins and free radicals in circulation.
Goose berry
Gooseberry also known as Amla – India’s wonder fruit. Amla is rich in Vitamin C which is beneficial for eyes and skin health.
Apart from above mentions, research also shows:
Prevent Parkinson and Alzheimer: Eating 2 servings of berries each day reduces chance of developing degenerative brain disease. Polyphenols found in berries delays effects of aging on brain by cleaning the toxins, and thus prevent degenerative brain diseases like Alzheimer and Parkinson disease.
Boost heart health and decrease blood pressure: People with strong inherited risk for heart disease can reduce chance of having heart ailment by adding berries to their daily diet. Polyphenols also increases nitric oxide a molecule that prevents heart ailments and cancer.
Vitamin C found in berries contributes to radiant skin and healthy hair.
Berries promote collagen which helps maintain cartilage stores and aids in joint flexibility. Quercetin a chemical in the berries decreases the inflammation caused in the joints especially in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Reduces depression by releasing serotonin.
Reduce weight as berries are high in water content and also rich in fibre.
Cheers...........
