We know the virtues of pomegranate and its antioxidants, or cranberry to prevent cystitis but other small berries can be very effective to prevent or treat our small ailments.
Rose hip against osteoarthritis
This rose hip (wild rose) fruit could relieve the pain of osteoarthritis after two Danish studies that used 2.5 g / d of rose hip powder for 3 months. Attention, we do not bite the rose hip, a berry covered with hair (also called scrap-butts), better to use herbal tea, powder or mother tincture. Raab-Vitalfood, organic rose hip, 150 g, € 11.99.
Gooseberry, a natural appetite suppressant
Paler than currant, gooseberry is said to have its name from an English cooking recipe: it would be the main ingredient in a sauce traditionally served with mackerel from our neighbors across the Channel. With 27.7 mg of vitamin C in 100 g (= 46% of recommended daily intake) and protective antioxidants, these gooseberries provide . They contain mostly pectin, a fiber that swells in the stomach and acts as a natural appetite suppressant . To know: the more the fruit ripens, the less pectin there is ... The plan B: Naturactive, apple pectin, € 3.99.
Elderberry, an anti-viral bay
This micro-black berry , elderberry, is one of the traditional remedies to treat sore throats , colds , viral infections of the lungs but also the urinary sphere . Elderberry is often prepared in syrup . In North America, the famous Sambucol used in the flu period is based on elderberry and studies on its effectiveness have been rather conclusive. Elderberry syrup, Ladrôme, 9,99 € the 150 ml.
Physalis, a natural anti-inflammatory
Super-rich in antioxidants, the physalis is traditionally used in Brazil against pain. It contains physalins, anti-inflammatory active ingredients. Between 2008 and 2010, researchers observed in rats (which took extracts) a reduction in inflammation of the skin and joints . Alkégenge (Physalis Alkekengi), Fenioux Laboratory, 200 capsules, 21 €.
Bilberry is good for the eyes
During the Second World War, Royal Air Force pilots attributed their nocturnal success to the consumption of blueberry jam that sharpened their vision . Bilberry anthocyanins could, in theory, promote good eye health even if this has not yet been proven. Blueberry, Super Diet ampoules, 20 units, 12,50 €.
To read: In shape thanks to the berries of Claude Aubert, (Terre Vivante edition) 50 plant solutions for your daily health of Dr. Eric Lorrain, (Tallandier).
