Blackberry is a delicious fruit. Nutrient-rich blackberries grow wild in many parts of the world during the warmer months. These small, dark berries are a popular ingredient in pies, tarts, jellies, jams and even wine. In addition to being a tasty summer treat, blackberries also boast a variety of health benefits from increasing digestive health to fighting cancer.
Benefits of Blackberry:-
- The fruit of black berry is good for the health of teeth and gums.
- Its anti-bacterial properties protect teeth from plaque and fungus.
- The black berry bark can be used as an astringent and anthelmintic.
- It is also useful to treat throat related problems. Black berry is also suggested when you are suffering from diarrhea, dysentery and dyspepsia.
- The extract of black berry fruit is effective in treating ringworm and other infectious diseases of skin.
- Blackberries are high nutritional contents of dietary fiber
- Blackberries are also rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and folic acid – a B vitamin.
Blackberries may protect against cancerous condition usually caused by gastro esophageal reflux - Consumption of blackberry has been found to be beneficial for those suffering from intestinal inflammation disease.
How to Choose and Buy Blackberries?
Select berries that are deeply-colored, glossy and plump. Avoid blackberries that are bruised.
Look into the container for stains, which show spoiled berries on the bottom. If you can, try out some to assure they are not too sour.