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The wild blackberry / Rubus chamaemorus / is a perennial shrub with a strongly growing and creeping stem, which is densely covered with thorns.
The colors of wild blackberry are white, collected from 3 to 20 and more in a rare bunch. Blooms profusely in May and June.
The wild blackberry is a very good honey plant. From it bees collect large amounts of pollen and nectar. In Bulgaria there are several species of wild blackberries that grow in flat parts and mountainous areas.
Wild blackberry is a fruit known since ancient times, but even today it continues to enjoy its healing properties. Its consumption brings not only pleasure because of the special taste, but also improvement of health.
Composition of wild blackberry
The wild blackberry contains proteins, sugars, cellulose, pectin and tannins, organic acids / citric, malic /. Sweet fruits are also rich in vitamins A, C, B and PP.
Of the minerals, iron, calcium, cobalt, and phosphorus are best represented. Wild blackberry is a source of tocopherols, which are vital for the development of the fetus in the womb.
100 g wild blackberry contains 83 ml of water, 6.8 g of carbohydrates, 31 calories, 0.8 g of protein and 0 g of fat.
Cooking wild blackberries
To feel the full, tart and tart taste of wild blackberries, it is best to eat them fresh. Overripe blackberries have a softer and sweeter taste.
Traditionally, wild blackberries are used to make jellies or jam. In some Scandinavian countries they are used to make liqueur. Wild blackberry is used to make cakes, pancakes, various desserts. In Norway it is served with cream and sugar.
Benefits of wild blackberry
The wild blackberry is a valuable fruit in medical and dietary nutrition. It is extremely useful in beriberi, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal diseases. Wild blackberry is also an excellent remedy for fever. Improves the condition of flu, colds and angina. This type of blackberry helps with poisoning and burns.
The ripe fruits of wild blackberry have sweating, diuretic, antispasmodic, antimicrobial and strengthening action. They strengthen the immune system and increase blood clotting.
Wild blackberry leaves have anti-inflammatory, blood-restoring, wound-healing properties. The decoction of the leaves is used for cystitis, diarrhea, gout and impaired metabolism.
In combination with fish oil, the fresh leaves of the plant help to remove purulent abscesses. Due to the high content of vitamin C, wild blackberries are a great preventive against scurvy.
Due to its rich composition and a number of useful properties, wild blackberry is widely used in cosmetics.
Extracts of it are added to a number of masks, creams, gels and shampoos. The fruit is extremely valuable for people with problem hair and sensitive dry skin.
Folk medicine with wild blackberry
Bulgarian folk medicine recommends the roots and leaves of wild blackberry in diabetes, hemoptysis, diarrhea, dysentery, white flow, appendicitis, heavy and prolonged menstruation, varicose veins. Wild blackberry is considered to be an effective anti-cancer agent.
Externally, the decoction of the leaves is applied as a gargle for inflammation of the gums and throat. The fruits are recommended for inflammation of the respiratory tract, colds, to strengthen.
Two tablespoons of wild blackberry leaves are poured with 500 ml of boiling water and left to soak for 1 hour. Strained infusion is drunk 1 cup 4 times daily before meals.
The roots are prepared in almost the same way - 1 tbsp. roots are flooded with 500 ml of boiling water and boiled for 10 minutes.
Harm from wild blackberries
The wild blackberry should not be consumed in the following diseases and conditions: gastric and duodenal ulcers; kidney disease; acute gastritis with increased acidity.
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Health Benefits Of Wild Blackberry
Also known as Rubus chamaemorus or yellow blackberry, wild blackberry is very similar to raspberries. These fruits are very soft, juicy, with a tart taste, which is why they are rarely eaten fresh, and when ripe they have an amber or golden yellow color.
Folk Medicine With Wild Blackberry
Wild blackberry relieves conditions such as diarrhea, diabetes, white flow, and helps with dysentery. In folk medicine, the herb is also used for prolonged and heavy menstruation, varicose veins, flu, pharyngitis, cough, sore throat, inflamed gums, cold sores and more.
Culinary Use Of Wild Blackberry
Like most fruits, so wild blackberries are very useful for health and are widely used in cooking. Here are just a few ideas for their applied in the kitchen. Yogurt with wild blackberries Necessary products: 1 cup yogurt, 250 g wild blackberries , 100 g of unsalted cottage cheese, 50 g of sugar, a few almonds Method of preparation:
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