What Are Mulberries ??
Mulberries are a product of the Morus alba tree. Its leaves, which also contain nutrients and are even used as food for silkworms, are thin, glossy and light green; the fruit, like grapes, is red or white and grows in bunches called “drupes.”
What is the color of mulberry?
Red mulberry fruit is always nearly black when ripe, while those of white mulberry may be white, red, or deep purple. Individuals that produce fruit that is white when ripe are very uncommon. Both species produce fruit in mid-June into July.
White mulberry (Morus alba): Native to eastern and central China.
Red or American mulberry (Morus rubra): Native to the eastern United States.
Black mulberry (Morus nigra): Native to western Asia.
Few Things you might be wondering About the White Mulberry.
Are the white mulberry, edible?
Mature fruits of the red mulberry has a dark red to almost black color. The white mulberry is indeed white, but not all the time. Sometimes the fruit is a dark purple, but it can also be a pink or white. Both are consumed by birds, but only red mulberry are edible to humans.
Are white mulberries poisonous?
Toxicity: All parts of white mulberry, except for the ripe fruit, contain a milky sap (latex) that is toxic to humans. Although humans may consume ripe mulberry fruit, ingestion of unripe fruit can result in stomach upset, stimulation of the nervous system and hallucinations.
BENEFITS OF MULBERRY FRUITS
- Improve Blood Sugar Control
More formal research is appropriate, but mulberry is thought to contain compounds that support balanced blood sugar levels.Mulberries contain a compound called DNJ (1-deoxynojirimycin), which inhibits an enzyme in the gut that breaks down carbohydrates.
- Improve Digestive Health
Mulberry contains 25 percent soluble fiber and 75 percent insoluble fiber. Both of these dietary fibers can help improve overall digestive health by promoting regular bowel movement and lowering your risk of stomach diseases.
- Lower Cholesterol
Cholesterol is an important fatty molecule that is present in every cell in the body. However, elevated cholesterol in the blood is also linked to increased risk of heart disease. Eating mulberries is a good way to lower the levels of bad cholesterol in your body, which in turn helps in preventing cardiovascular problems.
- Improve Blood Circulation
The high iron levels of mulberry can help boost the production of red blood cells, improving the distribution of oxygen to every cell in your body.
Mulberries contain polyphenols that keep the blood vessels healthy. They also contain potassium, which lowers the blood pressure.
Immune System Support
Mulberries contain alkaloids that activate macrophages. Macrophages are white blood cells that stimulate the immune system, putting it on high active alert against health threats. Mulberries also contain Vitamin C, which is another immunity strengthening element.Source Of Antioxidants
Mulberries contain an abundance of antioxidants. They contain a high concentration of the powerful antioxidant resveratrol, which is a natural antibiotic and helps in reducing heart risks. It also keeps a check on the blood pressure
- Improve Liver Health
According to one study, mulberry can help prevent the buildup of fatty deposits around your liver, which can lower your risk of various hepatic diseases.
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