Mulberries

Mulberry trees have been cherished throughout history not only for their delicious fruit but also because of their ease of growing (10’ per year). They are also associated throughout history with their importance in the silk industry, where the nourishing leaves have been used to feed silkworms in China for thousands of years. The berries ripen to a brilliant black, red, pink, or white.

In Ayurveda, mulberries are known as Shahtoot in Sanskrit and have been used in Ayurvedic medicine to improve eyesight, enhance longevity, boost immunity, help control hypertension, increase iron levels, support digestion with fiber, and act as a powerful antioxidant.

Energetically, they have sweet, astringent, and sour tastes and are cooling in nature; they reduce Vata and Pitta but can increase Kapha in excess.

They are pretty sweet but have a low glycemic index, making them a potential alternative for individuals with diabetes. Additionally, they contain resveratrol, which is known to help fight cancer. They are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and potassium, which benefit heart health and blood pressure.

High calcium benefits bone health, and its energetic properties promote liver detoxification and enhance immunity. Vitamin C content helps fight off colds and flu, and its astringent properties kill off bacteria.