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Where does the mulberry come from?
Mulberries originally grew in Asia and North America and were planted for the production of silk. With the Romans, the berry also became known in Europe. Since then, the white and red varieties in particular have been growing in Germany, as these, unlike the black mulberry, survive frost. In August and September the berries are ready for harvest. They are grown in wine-growing regions because they grow under conditions similar to grapes.
The mulberry is so healthy
Mulberries are considered a superfood because they contain many healthy nutrients . They are about two to five centimeters long, taste sweet and tart and can be eaten raw or dried. The mulberry is also popular as a juice or cough syrup because it has an expectorant effect.
- Nutritional values per 100 grams
Calories: 44 kcal
Fat: 1 mg
Carbohydrates: 8.1 g
Protein: 1.3 g
Fiber: 1.5 g - Vitamins
100 grams of mulberries cover about ten percent (10 milligrams) of the daily requirement (90 – 110 milligrams) of vitamin C. However, small amounts of B vitamins and vitamins A and E are also found in mulberries. - Minerals
Mulberries contain a lot of potassium (260 mg per 100 g), which is important for blood pressure, water balance, the nerves and the cardiovascular system. Calcium, magnesium and phosphorus are also found in small amounts in mulberries. - Trace elements
The red and black mulberries contain 1.6 grams of iron per 100 grams of fruit. Iron is important for blood formation and oxygen transport. Manganese and zinc are also found in mulberries. - Antioxidants
The substance resveratol is an antioxidant and is said to strengthen the nerves, protect against negative influences and free radicals and slow down the aging process.
Buy and use mulberries
Mulberries are very delicate, so they cannot be transported and stored for a long time. Therefore, they are rarely available fresh in the supermarket. You tend to find what you are looking for in your own garden, on farms to pick yourself, in farm shops and at weekly markets. In the supermarket we tend to find them in processed form, e.g. dried and as jam, jelly or juice.
The small berries go well with delicious desserts such as quark, ice cream or yoghurt or can be used like blueberries in cakes or muffins. White and dried mulberries taste wonderful in muesli or in homemade muesli bars.
