You have probably heard about blackberry, but do you know all the benefits it can offer your health ?!
There are different types of blackberries: red, white and black. They are small in size, ranging from 1 to 3 centimeters, depending on the species.
Liliane Oppermann, MD, with the title of Specialist by Abran (Brazilian Association of Nutrology) and Former Director of the Brazilian Medical Association of Orthomolecular (Ambo), explains what are the nutritional properties of blackberry:
Fruit: It is rich in vitamins and minerals, source of iron, vitamin C and calcium. It also contains anthocyanins, antioxidants that can reverse free radical damage to the cell.
Sheets: They are used to make blackberry tea, which has been very successful today for its many health benefits. The leaf contains the highest concentration of magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and calcium, as well as antioxidant vitamins such as Vitamin C and E.
Benefits of Cranberry Tea
Liliane Oppermann explains that blackberry tea began to be studied in Japan. "Its effectiveness was first tested and approved by the Ministry of Health of Japan, and was later publicized by the Japanese TV Channel NHK," he says.
The nutritionist doctor explains that after such studies with blackberry tea (Amora Miura), it can be concluded that it has powerful effects. Among them, the following stood out:
Has vitalizing effect: Because it is extremely rich in magnesium, potassium and phosphorus, it increases stamina and energy, and boosts immunity.
Fight diabetes: Tea helps fight diabetes because it has DNJ, a glucose inhibitor with the natural release of insulin.
Improves kidney and liver function: It helps in improving liver and kidney function by inhibiting the accumulation of fat and cholesterol in these organs.
Fight osteoporosis: It can be an important ally in the fight against osteoporosis because it has 22 times more calcium than milk, and contains more potassium, magnesium and natural iron, protein, fiber, zinc and yeast.
Improves circulation: Through improving cholesterol and neutral blood fat rates, tea improves blood circulation.
Prevents hypertension: Because it has the y-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a hypotensor, it offers normalization and inhibition of arterial elevation effect.
Decreases symptoms of menopause: regulates hormones by acting effectively on menopausal symptoms.
Helps to inhibit the onset of cancer: According to studies, blackberry leaves have properties that can inhibit the onset of cancer.
Regulates intestinal transit: Because it has a significant amount of fiber, blackberry tea facilitates intestinal transit and helps improve constipation. Does it even diminish harmful bacilli without affecting beneficial ones? which keeps the intestinal flora in good condition.
Prevents fungal proliferation: Blackberry tea can further inhibit fungal proliferation, in addition it has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects.
Helps combat baldness: By revitalizing scalp circulation and progressively inhibiting hair loss, blackberry tea can be a good ally in combating baldness.
Cranberry tea gets thin?
This is one of the main doubts on the subject. Liliane Opperman explains that blackberry tea can indeed contribute to weight loss.
"This happens due to the presence of fibers and yeast, which facilitate digestion and improve the functioning of the intestine, and inhibit the accumulation of fat in the body, especially the accumulation of fat in the viscera, thus avoiding obesity," says the nutritionist. .
However, Liliane Opperman points out that tea serves only as an ally. ? It is important the nutritional monitoring so that the menu is balanced and complete, according to the needs of each person ?, highlights.
Still according to the nutritionist, weight loss varies from person to person, but the average is 1.5kg per week, having a balanced diet and a daily exercise (combined with the consumption of blackberry tea).
How to make blackberry tea?
According to Liliane Opperman, the medicinal properties of blackberry tea are enhanced in the infusion. The recipe is simple:
- In an iron pan, put 1 liter of water;
- Turn off the fire as soon as it begins to boil;
- Put the water in a container and add a tablespoon of dried mulberry leaves.
- When it is warm, strain and drink without sweetening.
The nutritionist points out that the tea can be stored in the refrigerator or in a thermos for no more than 24 hours.
How should the consumption of blackberry tea?
Liliane Opperman gives some tips about blackberry tea consumption:
- It is advisable to prepare and consume the same day tea.
- The prepared liter of blackberry tea can be consumed cold or hot, 3 times a day, between the main meals.
- You can start having blackberry tea in the morning, but you don't necessarily need to drink it fasting.
Contraindications of blackberry tea
According to Liliane Opperman, there are no known contraindications to blackberry tea. "However, its consumption in pregnant and lactating women must be previously evaluated by a professional nutritionist," he says.
Other teas that can help those who want to lose weight
It's not just blackberry tea that has been a hit with people who want to lose a few pounds. Liliane Opperman points out that green tea is highly recommended for weight loss diets. "In addition, hibiscus and rosemary teas are good indications for reducing measures," he says.
Rosemary Tea Recipe to Lose Weight
Ingredients:
- 300ml of water
- 1 tsp rosemary herb.
Preparation:
- Boil the water.
- Add rosemary to herb.
- Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Stress
- Ready to drink
Nutritionist Liliane's Tip: Drink three cups of rosemary tea a day.
Remember that neither blackberry tea nor any other tea works miracles! Teas can only aid in a weight loss process. However, to get good results, you need to follow a balanced diet and preferably practice physical activities.
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