Mulberry Tea Health Benefits
The leaves, fruits and stems of mulberry trees have been used for over 5,000 years. Varieties include wild, white, black and red mulberries. They grow all around the world. The edible berries are both tasty and nutritious, and the leaves can be eaten as a vegetable or brewed into a tea. Does this Spark an idea?
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White Mulberry
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The leaves of the white mulberry tree, native to China, are used to make a tea. The tea has the ability to block the absorption of sugars, which makes it healthy for diabetics. In a study published in the May 2007 issue of Diabetes Care journal, mulberry leaf was found to reduce glucose levels in rats and subjects with Type 2 diabetes. Antioxidants in the tea help build the immune system and reduce bad cholesterol.
Nutrients
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Mulberry leaves and stem contain high levels of magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and calcium.
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Healing
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Mulberry tea is typically used to relieve constipation, coughs, colds, and anemia. In a study published in the Cancer Letters journal, it was found that the anthocyanins present in mulberries inhibited lung carcinoma cells. Anthocyanins have potential use for cancer therapy, according to the study.
Weight Loss
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Mulberry tea helps to flush fluids and toxins out of the body. It is considered a diuretic. Also, it helps with weight loss because of its ability to block the absorption of sugars.
Green Mulberry Tea
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Mulberry tea is often blended with green tea. Green tea contains many antioxidants that help with normal cell growth.
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Jane Smith
May 13, 2010
I'm going to have to bookmark this and your horehound article. Good job following the List style guide. Very thorough.
