Silkworm is a tree of the mulberry family, widely distributed in many countries of the world. The most cultivated species are mulberry white and black. Let us consider in more detail what are the useful properties of the mulberry tree.
Chemical composition of mulberry
The following substances were found in the mulberries: sugar (mono- and disaccharides), organic acids (malic, citric, amber), pectin, sterols, tannins, flavonoids, vitamins A, B, PP and C, beta-carotene, trace elements (potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium, iron), etc.
Mulberry leaves have the following substances in their composition: flavonoids (in particular, rutin, hyperoside and quercetin), tannins, coumarins, organic acids, resins, essential oil, sterols, etc.
Useful properties and contraindications of mulberry
Useful properties are all parts of white and black mulberry - fruits, leaves, bark, roots, kidneys. Of these, broths, infusions, ointments, alcohol tinctures are made. Berries are consumed in fresh and dried form (dried mulberry retains all useful properties), also for medicinal purposes use the juice of berries and roots of mulberry. The main useful properties of raw mulberry are as follows:
- antiseptic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- astringent;
- expectorant;
- diuretic;
- diaphoretic;
- sedative;
- antioxidant and others.
It should be taken into account that excessive consumption of mulberry can cause disorders of the digestive system, and people with diabetes and hypertension should consult with a doctor before using it.
Useful properties of mulberry berries
The juice of berries of white mulberry is an excellent remedy for colds. Drinking it 100 ml every 3 hours can alleviate the patient's condition, normalize body temperature, and strengthen immunity.
Ripe berries of black mulberry use for food poisoning as a disinfectant, overripe - as a laxative, and immature - as a remedy for heartburn.
Eating 2-3 hours before sleeping a glass of ripe berries of black or white mulberry with a spoon of honey, you can strengthen the nervous system, get rid of insomnia and stress.
With iron deficiency anemia, it is recommended to take 100 grams of honey mashed berries a day, mixed with 200 g of fresh apple puree.
Infusion of black mulberry berries (2 tablespoons of crushed berries for 200 g of boiling water) can rinse the mouth with stomatitis, periodontitis, ulcers and throat diseases.
Mulberry berries are useful in the diet when:
- metabolic disorders ;
- obesity;
- dystrophic processes in the heart muscle;
- atherosclerosis;
- ischemia;
- tachycardia;
- heart disease.
Useful properties of mulberry leaves
From the dried leaves of mulberries prepare a decoction according to this recipe:
- Take a tablespoon of chopped leaves.
- Pour half a liter of water and bring to a boil.
- Insist half an hour strain.
The received tool is recommended to apply:
- as an expectorant for bronchitis and pneumonia (50 ml before meals three times a day);
- to prevent swelling (drink a few hours before bedtime);
- for washing the wounds.
Useful properties of mulberry root
To normalize blood pressure and the functioning of the circulatory system, it is recommended to take a decoction from the root of mulberry, prepared according to this recipe:
- Grind 50 grams of raw materials and pour them with a liter of hot water.
- After an hour put on a weak fire for 15 minutes.
- Cool, strain through gauze.
- Take one third of the glass three times a day (you can add honey for taste).
Useful properties of mulberry in diabetes
Mulberry is a natural remedy that helps reduce blood sugar in type II diabetes. Particularly useful is white mulberry, from the bark, roots, leaves and fruits of which tea and infusions are prepared, are used as an additive to food in a milled form. From the bark, also prepare ointments from ulcers in diabetes mellitus, mixing the ground raw materials with vegetable oil.