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Mulberries

In season Spring Summer

Food Description:

Until recently mulberries were not available commercially but grew wild on trees. Technically they are a fruit, not a berry. The black mulberry is quite bland to taste and sour if eaten unripe. Eaten raw or made into jam. Mulberries are now grown in Queensland and come into season mid September.

General Information:

Category: Fruit
To Buy: Find mulberries wild on trees. As they are highly perishable they are not grown commercially. Pick ripe fruit or gather ripe fruit from the ground. Avoid over-ripe yeasty-smelling fruit.
To Store: Unripe mulberries will ripen over a couple of days. Ripe berries will keep refrigerated for no more than a few days.
Tips and Tricks: If anyone has a washing tip to remove a mulberry juice stain from clothing - write in and we can add it to this section.

Nutrition (0.5 Cup):

Energy (kJ): 103
Protein (g): 1.6
Saturated Fat, g : 0.0
Vitamin C: Antioxidant, anti inflammatory and immune-boosting, this vitamin has a range of uses. Is essential for collagen formation, therefore plays a role in wound healing. Fights infection and protects against free radical damage. Vitamin C helps maintain normal cholesterol levels, promotes the absorption of iron and counters the effects of stress as it is concentrated in the adrenal glands. Contraindications: Large doses can cause diaorrhea or gas.
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Low
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a
Carbohydrates, g: 3.2
Fat (g): 0.1
Monosaturated Fat , g: 0.0
Potassium: Needed for normal growth and muscle and nerve contraction. Together with sodium regulates water and fluid balance in the body.
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. High

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: Wash mulberries very gently and quickly. Dry thoroughly. Fill a colander or sieve with the berries and dip it into a sink filled with water. Drain the water and then dry the fruit on a flat tray lined with absorbent paper - not a tea towel or it will stain.

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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