Jordi Cebrian
Journalist specialized in medicinal plants and ecology
May 24, 2022 07:00
the fruits of the forest They are generally moderate in carbohydrates and their caloric intake is limited, but stand out for being a good natural source of fiber, minerals and pigments such as anthocyanosides, with notable effects antioxidants.
4 healthy treats from European forests
The tasty currants that form in the hot summer months are true vitamin concentrates. However, there are many other berries of the forest that They provide valuable nutrients for health.
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Red currant (Ribes rubrum)
gooseberriestiny spherical berries of a bright red color, are the fruits of the currant bushes, shrubs typical of humid mountain areas.
They are very rich in vitamin C, minerals such as potassium and anthocyanins.
They have a somewhat sour tastedelicate.
benefits of red currants
They are considered excellent for cooling, stimulate the appetite, decongest the liverhelp to strengthen defenses against the risk of bacterial infection and promote the emission of urine.
Properties of currants
VitaminicRemineralizingAntibacterialRefreshingAppetite stimulantDigestiveHepatoprotective.
How to take currants
Fresh fruit, candied, in juice, in jam, jelly or syrup.
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Blackberry (Rubus ulmifolius)
A forest fruit that we have all tried at some time is the ubiquitous Blackberry. are taken raw or in jams and juices.
Benefits of blackberries for the body
They are appropriate for combat weakness and anemic statesand to quench thirst.
Properties of blackberries
VitaminicRefreshingMineralizingDigestiveAstringent
How to take blackberries
Fresh fruits, jam, juice, sorbet. jam, ice cream and jelly.
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Wild rowan (Sorbus aucuparia)
In addition, the fruits of the whitebeam and wild rowan They also ripen in early fall.
They have a somewhat sour tastewhich does not please everyone.
When is indicated
They have traditionally been indicated to stop diarrhea and mild bleedingand how diuretics and antiscorbutics.
rowan properties
Vitamin Astringent Antidiarrheal Local hemostatic Emenagogue
How to take rowan
The leaves, in decoction and tincture. The fresh fruit, in moderationin juices and in jams and preserves.
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Hackberry (Celtis australis)
The hackberry fruitsa very common tree in the temperate and maritime zones of our country, are also very rich in vitamin C and minerals (iron and potassium)in addition to being highly appreciated by birds in autumn.
They can be eaten raw, though. the taste is somewhat bittersweetor in juice.
When to take hackberry
The hackberries, taken not quite ripe, They are astringent and are indicated in diarrhea, to stop light bleeding and in copious periods.
Properties of the hackberry fruit
Vitamin AstringentAntidiarrhealAntihemorrhagicEmenagogueDiuretic
how to take it
The fresh fruit, decoction, maceration and juice.
When to collect the fruits of the forest
Many bushes and bushes in the forest show off their ripe fruits towards the end of summer. That is a good time to harvest these delicious fruits, also eagerly eaten by animals.
it suits collect only the necessaryor buy them in a store, as they are fragile.
It is important to remember that only the fruits of the forest should be harvested away from roads and landfillsand when they are ripe.
they have to reject the overripe ones or those that have released their juice in the basket, because they are probably past.
They are kept in the fridge and are consumed in few days. They can also be reserved for make jams, compotes and jellies.
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