Respecting the seasonality of fruit and vegetables means bringing tasty but also rich in beneficial properties to the table. Buying these vegetables at the right time will allow us to prevent certain diseases, save money and protect the environment.
Apples, pears, citrus fruits, grapes are all typical fruits of the autumn period. But there are also some fruits that unfortunately do not enjoy their same fame. This does not mean, however, that they are not important for the health of the organism.
A forgotten fruit
In this regard, today we will talk about a typically autumn fruit but that we can rarely find at the supermarket. It is the fruit of the strawberry tree that has the shape and size similar to that of a cherry.
This tree is a small evergreen shrub typical of the Mediterranean scrub. A very beautiful and ornamental plant thanks to its variety of colors. Its fruits can be eaten fresh or are also perfect for preparing mustards and jams.
The plant is characterized by very prolonged flowering, which begins in autumn and lasts all winter. From the flowers the fruits are generated, small red-orange berries formed, on the outside, by rough swellings while inside they are very fleshy and sweet.
This little-regarded autumn fruit helps cleanse the intestines and eliminate excess fluids
Unfortunately, the fruit of the strawberry tree plant is almost completely forgotten. Although, thanks to its beneficial properties, it should always be present on our tables. In fact, this little-considered autumn fruit helps cleanse the intestines and eliminate excess fluids.
The presence of pectin helps to regulate intestinal functions. It is recommended in case of diarrhea, because it has an astringent, anti-diarrheal power and increases the consistency of the stool.
The herbal tea made from strawberry tree, then, has a diuretic function. Helps to eliminate excess fluids and stimulates diuresis.
We also know that this fruit is a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. In fact, her plant helps many men after 40. Furthermore, thanks to the presence of arbutin, the strawberry tree disinfects the entire urinary tract, both for men and women.
A small fruit that, as we have seen, is not easily present on the market. But we can take advantage of its innumerable properties, buying herbal teas or the mother tincture based on strawberry tree. Of course, we always recommend that you consult your doctor before using these natural remedies, especially if you are following a specific drug therapy.