Mulberries have the effect of nourishing the liver and kidneys, and are a wonderful fruit suitable for all ages. They can improve blood supply to the skin (including the scalp), nourish the skin, make it fair and tender, and promote black hair, while also slowing down the aging process. Mulberries are an excellent fruit and remedy for the middle-aged and elderly to strengthen the body, enhance beauty, and combat aging. Regular consumption of mulberries can improve eyesight and alleviate symptoms of eye fatigue and dryness. Mulberries have an immune-boosting effect. They can increase the weight of the spleen and enhance hemolytic reactions, help prevent arteriosclerosis and hardening of bones and joints, and promote metabolism.
Although mulberries have many benefits, the following precautions should be taken when consuming them:
1. Mulberries are cold in nature, so they should be avoided by people with a weak spleen and stomach or those with loose stools.
2. Mulberries contain trypsin inhibitors, which can reduce the activity of trypsin, thereby affecting the digestion and absorption of protein. This can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Therefore, people with poor digestion should consume them with caution.
3. Mulberries contain hemolytic allergens and hyaluronic acid. Excessive consumption can easily lead to hemolytic enteritis, so they should not be eaten in large quantities. The recommended amount per serving is 10-15 grams.
4. Mulberries contain a relatively high amount of tannic acid, which can affect the body's absorption of substances such as iron, calcium, and zinc. Therefore, children should not eat too many.
5. Mulberries are high in sugar, so diabetic patients should consume them with caution.
6. Unripe mulberries should not be eaten.
7. When making mulberry paste, it is forbidden to use iron utensils.
8. There are black and white mulberries; for fresh consumption, the purple-black ones are the superior variety for their nourishing properties.