Health Benefits of Mulberry
Mulberry belongs to a genus of flowering plants in the
family Moreae. Its scientific name is Morus. Their black, red or white fruits
and leaves are health benefit.
Mulberries are rich in the following vitamins: vitamin C, vitamin
K, vitamin E, vitamin B2 and B3, flavonoids, phenols and great numbers of powerful
antioxidants like anthocyanins, cyaniding, rutin, chlorogenicerry acid and
myricetin they protect against cancer. They also contain essential minerals:
iron, potassium, sodium, magnesium and zinc. The amounts of plant compounds
depend on the variety. Deep-coloured and mature
mulberries are richer in plant compounds and have a higher antioxidant capacity
than colourless and immature berries.
Mulberries are effective in lowering
cholesterol level by inhibiting oxidation level of LDL and further they provide
beneficial effect against heat disease. They also lower blood pressure. Their
Rutin content may help protect against cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Mulberry fruits and leaves are also excellent
anti-inflammatories. Recently discovered their supportive effect on Parkinson
and Altzheimer’s diseases.
Consumption of these fruits and
leaves will broaden your diet. You can eat the dried fruits or drink fruit and
leaf tea.
