Dried mulberries are a delicious, nutrient-packed snack worth adding to your routine. This week, health experts Willemijn and Liselotte from BeBio share their insights on this ancient superberry.
Dried Mulberries
Hailing from China, the mulberry grows on trees originally cultivated for silkworms, which feed on the leaves. Fresh mulberries have a short shelf life, so they're commonly sold dried. These sweet, honey-like berries ripen from white to yellow, pink, or purple when edible.
A True Superfood
Mulberries live up to their superfood reputation, boasting high levels of protein, iron, calcium, vitamin C, fiber, and the powerful antioxidant resveratrol. They've long been used in traditional medicines worldwide.
Why Choose Mulberries?
* Low in sodium and fat-free, sweetened naturally
* Enhance appetite and digestion
* Combat anemia, pale skin, dizziness, heart palpitations, and insomnia
* Support better eyesight
* Nourish the blood and soothe nerves
* Promote regularity and relieve constipation
Versatile Mulberry Tree
Beyond berries and silkworm feed, the tree's bark produces Xuan paper—the durable, soft medium for Chinese calligraphy, paintings, and ancient books.
Easy Ways to Enjoy Mulberries
– Toss into fruit salads, muesli, yogurt, or cottage cheese
– Bake into cakes, pastries, or biscuits
– Mix with nuts or student oats for an exotic snack
– Blend into smoothies
– Snack straight from the bag
– Offer as healthy treats for kids
– Cook into jam for sandwiches
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