Mulberries are the fruits of the mulberry tree, native to Asia. Not to be confused with wild blackberries, fruits of the bramble, which we pick in our countryside. Mulberry cultivation developed in China, then in Europe for its leaves, exclusive food for the silkworm! Today, these are its superfruits that interest us. “The mulberries from organic stores come from Turkey. The fruits are collected after they have dried on the tree and have fallen.”, explains Brigitte Mercier-Fichaux, dietician and trainer in organic cooking.
Is it better than our blackberries?
“No, our blackberries are also superfruits and, since they are eaten fresh, they are richer in vitamins and antioxidants “, observes Brigitte Mercier-Fichaux. “However, their season is very short, they are only found at the end of summer.” Let us add that our blackberries contain anthocyanins, antioxidant pigments which give them their beautiful purplish color. These are also present in black mulberries, which are rarer, but which can be found on the internet. This variety of mulberry being less appreciated by silkworms, its culture would have been less developed.
What are their strengths ?
“These are good sources vitamin Cand iron, an interesting combination because vitamin C promotes iron absorption. Mulberries are recommended in case of fatigue, to strengthen your defenses in winter and fight against stress “ , indicates the dietician. These superfruits are also known for their good content in resveratrol, a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from aging. Finally, like all dried fruits, they provide fiber, important for the proper functioning of the transit, and various minerals, including calcium.
How to consume them?
With their very sweet flavor, the mulberries slip into in a muesli, a cottage cheese or a fruit salad.
It can even be added to an infusion that they pleasantly scent. “To benefit from their benefits, you must consume at least 1 tablespoon per day during the winter if you want to strengthen your defenses, or the time you feel better in case of temporary fatigue., emphasizes the specialist. By ensuring, of course, to have a balanced diet on the side. Superfruits are not magic! “
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