Berry season It is relatively short, so it’s worth using it. They taste great as a snack or an addition to cakes and sweet pastries, for example blueberries. What’s more, in these fruits there are a number of substances that have a positive effect on health. You are wondering What properties have forest berries, and what to do with them? We suggest.
In many regions of Poland you can find the first Black berries. Their prices vary depending on the province and the place where we decide to buy them. Usually you will have to pay 20 to 30 zlotys for a liter jar. Of course, nothing prevents you from going to the search for forest venom. It is worth remembering to wash them thoroughly before eating. Which will protect yourself from diseases transmitted by wild animals, e.g. bubbles. Rinse thoroughly with very warm water. They can be poured with water with baking soda and vinegar, and then rinsed on a strainer.
Sweet berries contain valuable antioxidants (including anthocyanins) that help neutralize the harmful effects of free radicals, and also have anti -inflammatory, anti -aging and anti -cancer properties. What’s more, the antioxidants contained in blueberries help protect the body against cardiovascular disease. Anthocyanins with vitamin Awhich are present in forest berries, have a positive effect on eye health, They support blood vessels in the eye and help protect them from diseases, including glaucoma, dust with blindness or cataracts.
They are also present here B group vitaminswhich, among others, support the nervous and circulatory system, as well vitamin Cwhich has an antioxidant effect and supports the body’s immunity. The composition of berries can also be found minerals, e.g. magnesiumsupporting the work of the heart, brain and muscles; calcium and phosphorusthat strengthen bones and teeth, and potassiumwhich helps regulate blood pressure.
Berries also have a positive effect on the work of the digestive system. Thanks to the presence fiber They support digestion, improve bowel work, preventing such ailments as gases or flatulence, and also show a metabolism overclocking effect. In addition, the fiber content makes us feel full after eating. What’s more, fiber helps to ensure the correct level of sugar and cholesterol in the blood. In addition, berries show bactericidal effectthanks to which they help protect the body against infections. It is worth adding that black berries were formerly widely used as a way of diarrhea.
These fruits are also low in calories, in 100 g we will find about 50 kcal, Therefore, you can eat them even on a diet without fear. Also have Low glycemic indexwhich is why they can be in the diet of diabetics and people with insulin resistance.
Berries can be eaten as a delicious and healthy snackfor example for lunch or afternoon tea. However, it is worth giving up adding sugar or whipped cream to them, for example, natural yogurt will be a better option. These fruits also taste great in Sweet breakfasts, e.g. porridge, cocktails, muesli with fruit, pies or pancakes.
You can also use them in various pastries. From yeast fruit stuffed to the brim, to delicate Whether like grandma.
If you manage to get more berries, be sure to make preserves. They taste delicious in the form juices and jams. You can also dry the washed fruit, throw in a jar, cover with sugar and set aside, in this form they also taste delicious. If you avoid consuming sugar and you want to preserve the berries, you can simply freeze them. Pour the washed and dried fruit into the appropriate container and put in the freezer. You can store them for over six months without fear.
Sources: Terazpoczy.pl, DOZ.PL
