Forest fruits – healthy delights

The forest fruits offered by Gradina Padurii are part of the spontaneous flora. Sea buckthorn, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are sold frozen. The forest fruits are flash-frozen at -30°C immediately upon arrival at the warehouse. Due to this exceptionally short interval until freezing, the nutrients present in the forest fruits remain almost 100% intact.

Sea buckthorn is also called “Romanian ginseng” due to its extraordinary properties. It contains 10 times more vitamin C than citrus fruits and is an unparalleled immune system booster. Vitamins A, B, E, and K, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, iron, and beta-carotene make sea buckthorn a powerful antioxidant, antidepressant, and anti-acne agent. Sea buckthorn is effective in treating diseases such as high blood pressure, coronary, ophthalmic, and gum diseases. This forest fruit grows in the spontaneous flora of Eurasia. The sea buckthorn found in Romania is one of the most valuable medicinal and food plants in the world. Sea buckthorn berries are harvested between August and October.

Blueberries have a high content of anthocyanin, vitamin A, vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, vitamin E, copper, selenium, zinc, and iron. Among all forest fruits, blueberries have the highest antioxidant capacity. These forest fruits neutralize free radicals, reduce excess fat in the abdominal area, maintain urinary tract health, and improve vision. They are also ideal for healing heart diseases due to their ability to dissolve bad cholesterol.

Wild raspberries are a powerful antioxidant and antidepressant. They contain minerals and vitamins such as
manganese, zinc, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, vitamins A, B1, B2, D, and P, and vitamin C is present in large quantities. The anthocyanin present in raspberries stimulates collagen production, preventing wrinkles and giving the skin a glow. Additionally, raspberry consumption increases fertility.

Blackberries contain numerous vitamins, minerals, active substances, and trace elements. They are also rich in resveratrol, a natural source of longevity. Due to their chlorogenic acid content, this type of forest fruit helps prevent certain forms of cancer, such as colon, stomach, or breast cancer. Additionally, blackberries have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antirheumatic, and anti-aging properties. They are remineralizing, astringent, and alleviate the symptoms of many conditions.

! To obtain the maximum benefits offered by forest fruits, a portion of 150 grams per day is recommended for consumption.

The forest fruits from Gradina Padurii are carefully selected by skilled pickers. Because they come from spontaneous flora, they abound in vitamins and minerals. They are worth confidently introducing into your diet!