Blackberries are widespread in both Eurasia and America, which is considered the birthplace of this berry. Outwardly, it is very similar to raspberries, if you do not take into account the color of the berry itself - its berries are black, may be with a bluish tint.
Blackberries are used for both culinary and medicinal purposes. It has a sweet or sour sweet taste.
Blackberries are an invaluable source of glucose, fructose, ascorbic acid, sucrose, thiamine and carotene. It contains vitamins such as A, B1, B2, C, E and, of course, PP. There is also a lot of potassium in blackberries, it normalizes the body's water balance and is good for muscles.
This berry is rich in acids - salicylic, malic, tartaric and citric. Blackberry has an effective antipyretic effect, which makes it a faithful helper in case of pneumonia and acute respiratory infections, and its juice is able to quench thirst well in case of fever. It is also very useful for the normalization of bowel function.
Overripe berries have a slight laxative effect, while unripe berries have a strengthening effect. It is worth paying attention to blackberries also for people with bladder and kidney problems. The pectin contained in the berry removes strontium from the body well.
It also solves the problem of the deposition of salts of heavy metals. Men should use blackberries more often, as the substances they contain contribute to erections. And for pregnant women, it is useful in that it helps the correct development of the fetus.
Blackberries will also help solve the problem of extra pounds by ridding the body of toxins. Some experts claim that blackberries are great for fighting cancer cells.
Although blackberries are a storehouse of vitamins and minerals, they should still be consumed with caution, as they can cause allergies.
Also, do not get carried away with it for people whose gastric acidity is increased. Blackberries can also cause problems with the small intestine if consumed excessively.
Fresh berries can be found from July to September. When buying blackberries, pay attention to the color - in ripe berries it is black, sometimes with a purple tint. Do not use damaged and overripe (too soft) berries.
Fresh blackberries contain the most nutrients, but they can also be harvested for future use - frozen and canned.
