Cloudberries

Cloudberry is a berry of northern origin. It is widespread in the areas of the tundra, forest-tundra zone. Cloudberry grows in Siberia, Kamchatka and Sakhalin. In some areas, cloudberry is called "royal berry, " the names "northern orange, " "moss currant, " "swamp amber" are also found. The latter name is apparently associated with the unusual appearance of cloudberry: when its berries are fully ripe, they become surprisingly similar to amber.

The berry tastes spicy and slightly sour. It is no coincidence that cloudberry is compared with orange and currant. In terms of the content of useful substances, cloudberry is in no way inferior to these fruits.

Benefits of cloudberry

The useful properties of cloudberry are due to the presence of many components necessary for human health. In particular, cloudberry contains magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, phosphorus. Of the vitamins, vitamin A, V1, C prevail in cloudberry. In addition to these most important substances, proteins were found in the cloudberry. Pectins, fiber, tannins, phytoncides, organic acids - ascorbic, citric, apple, etc.

Vitamin C, found in significant amounts of cloudberry, has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system. It helps to strengthen the walls of blood vessels, thanks to this vitamin their permeability increases. Vitamins A and E, also found in cloudberry, contribute to the repair and renewal of cells, which in turn allows you to slow down the aging processes and restore damaged tissues as soon as possible. Scientists have proven the effectiveness of cloudberry in the prevention and treatment of cancer tumors.

Traditional medicine claims the benefit of cloudberry, in particular, its roots and leaves, as a wonderful diuretic. No less often they are used for colds, for vitamin deficiency, as well as for metabolic disorders. Infusion of cloudberry leaves has an effective anti-inflammatory and wound healing effect. Cloudberry juice has a pronounced bactericidal effect, so it is recommended to use it for skin lesions.

The benefits of cloudberry as a dietary product are known. The calorie content of cloudberry is about 40 kcal. 100 gr. A variety of preserves, compotes, juices, jelly are prepared from cloudberry; wine and liqueur insist on its fruits. Of course, cloudberry is also good in fresh form.

Cloudberry is extremely popular as an ingredient in various cosmetics. This is due to the fact that cloudberry is able to restore skin cells, normalizes fat balance, gently moisturizes and nourishes delicate skin. Among other things, the cloudberry perfectly strengthens the nails, gives shine to dull hair.

Harm of cloudberry

The harm of cloudberry lies primarily in its ability to cause allergic reactions. Cloudberry is contraindicated in people suffering from gastritis with increased acidity, as well as ulcerative diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.