2. Barberries:
Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) is also known as berbery, European barberry, mahonia, holy thorn, pepperidge bush, sowberry, zereshk (Iranian).
The barberry is believed to have originated in Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia. The bark and roots have been used medicinally. The ripe barberries have high content of Vitamin C and citric acid and are used in cooking for their pleasantly acidic taste and fruity aroma. Medicinal properties of Barberry are often attributed to alkaloid- Berberine. This chemical has anti bacterial property. Traditionally Barberries have been used since centuries ago in treatment of diarrhea, fever, stomach upset and improves appetite. In Iran, it is popularly used for Liver and Gall bladder disorders and heartburn. Barberry tea is considered herbal remedy for fever and lung infection. The stem, red berries and bark of the Barberry plant called alkaloids. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, “Laboratory studies in test tubes and animals suggest that berberine has antimicrobial (killing
bacteria and parasites), anti-inflammatory, hypotensive (causing a lowering of blood pressure), sedative, and anticonvulsant effects.”
The herb, which helps digestion and reduces gastrointestinal pain, comes in the form of capsules, tinctures, topical ointments and fluid extracts. Dried barberry roots can be used to make tea. Barberry has many benefits, but it can cause nausea, vomiting, convulsions and dizziness if not taken correctly. Barberry can be poisonous to children, pregnant women or lactating women. Consult a doctor before taking barberry to treat a medical condition.
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/240981-the-benefits-of-barberry/#ixzz2N1tMnt6T
Health benefits of Barberries can be attributed to its Antifungal, anti inflammatory, Hepatic, tonic, stomachic properties. Health benefits and medicinial uses of barberry are summarized below:
Health benefits of Barberry:
Antifungal and Anti-inflammatory properties: Barberry has been used as anti-inflammatory and Antifungal agent and is used to ease inflammation and infection of the urinary tracts and, gastrointestinal tract. Barberry is considered effective in treating bacterial diarrhea. It is effective in treatment of respiratory tract infections like sore throat, nasal congestion, sinusitis, bronchitis. Barberry is used to treat candida (yeast) infections, psoriasis, and other skin infections. Compress containing Barberry is used during conjunctivitis or inflamed eyelids.
Health tonic: Barberry is used to promote vigour and immunity. This is attributed to alkaloids present in barberries which are proven to combat infection, bacteria and increase immunity. Barberry is hepatic, purgative, laxative, tonic and stomachic in nature; it increase flow of bile and eases disorders related to gallbladder and jaundice.
Anti-rheumatic: The flowers and the bark of Barberry are anti-rheumatic in nature.
Liver Cleansing
Barberry can be an effective cleanser for the liver. It has the ability to promote the flow of bile and correct liver function. According to Vitamins & Health Supplements Guide, “Barberry has long been used to stimulate bile secretion and the liver in general, as a bitter digestive tonic, diuretic, alterative, and immunostimulant.”
Diarrhea
Barberry can be an effective treatment for diarrhea. It helps the treatment of diarrhea because it contains astringent properties. It can be a quick remedy for diarrhea symptoms.
Infection
Barberry can be an effective treatment for bladder, urinary, yeast and gastrointestinal infections. It can also be used to treat a sore throat, sinusitis, bronchitis, nasal congestion and respiratory inflammation.
Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) is also known as berbery, European barberry, mahonia, holy thorn, pepperidge bush, sowberry, zereshk (Iranian).
The barberry is believed to have originated in Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia. The bark and roots have been used medicinally. The ripe barberries have high content of Vitamin C and citric acid and are used in cooking for their pleasantly acidic taste and fruity aroma. Medicinal properties of Barberry are often attributed to alkaloid- Berberine. This chemical has anti bacterial property. Traditionally Barberries have been used since centuries ago in treatment of diarrhea, fever, stomach upset and improves appetite. In Iran, it is popularly used for Liver and Gall bladder disorders and heartburn. Barberry tea is considered herbal remedy for fever and lung infection. The stem, red berries and bark of the Barberry plant called alkaloids. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, “Laboratory studies in test tubes and animals suggest that berberine has antimicrobial (killing bacteria and parasites), anti-inflammatory, hypotensive (causing a lowering of blood pressure), sedative, and anticonvulsant effects.”
The herb, which helps digestion and reduces gastrointestinal pain, comes in the form of capsules, tinctures, topical ointments and fluid extracts. Dried barberry roots can be used to make tea. Barberry has many benefits, but it can cause nausea, vomiting, convulsions and dizziness if not taken correctly. Barberry can be poisonous to children, pregnant women or lactating women. Consult a doctor before taking barberry to treat a medical condition.
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/
Health benefits of Barberries can be attributed to its Antifungal, anti inflammatory, Hepatic, tonic, stomachic properties. Health benefits and medicinial uses of barberry are summarized below:
Health benefits of Barberry:
Antifungal and Anti-inflammatory properties: Barberry has been used as anti-inflammatory and Antifungal agent and is used to ease inflammation and infection of the urinary tracts and, gastrointestinal tract. Barberry is considered effective in treating bacterial diarrhea. It is effective in treatment of respiratory tract infections like sore throat, nasal congestion, sinusitis, bronchitis. Barberry is used to treat candida (yeast) infections, psoriasis, and other skin infections. Compress containing Barberry is used during conjunctivitis or inflamed eyelids.
Health tonic: Barberry is used to promote vigour and immunity. This is attributed to alkaloids present in barberries which are proven to combat infection, bacteria and increase immunity. Barberry is hepatic, purgative, laxative, tonic and stomachic in nature; it increase flow of bile and eases disorders related to gallbladder and jaundice.
Anti-rheumatic: The flowers and the bark of Barberry are anti-rheumatic in nature.
Liver Cleansing
Barberry can be an effective cleanser for the liver. It has the ability to promote the flow of bile and correct liver function. According to Vitamins & Health Supplements Guide,
“Barberry has long been used to stimulate bile secretion and the liver in general, as a bitter digestive tonic, diuretic, alterative, and immunostimulant.”
Diarrhea
Barberry can be an effective treatment for diarrhea. It helps the treatment of diarrhea because it contains astringent properties. It can be a quick remedy for diarrhea symptoms.
Infection
Barberry can be an effective treatment for bladder, urinary, yeast and gastrointestinal infections. It can also be used to treat a sore throat, sinusitis, bronchitis, nasal congestion and respiratory inflammation.
Vitamin C
The berries of the barberry plant are rich in vitamin C. These berries are edible and can be used to make syrup, jam and juice.
With the above health benefits of Barberry, it is considered one of useful herb and research is undergoing to establish the health benefits and medicinal value of Barberry.
The barberry fruit is a small berry that is red or dark blue in color. Barberries are long and narrow fruits like a bar, hence the name barberry. They are used to make jams and
infusions. They are rich in vitamin C.
The berries of the barberry plant are rich in vitamin C. These berries are edible and can be used to make syrup, jam and juice.
With the above health benefits of Barberry, it is considered one of useful herb and research is undergoing to establish the health benefits and medicinal value of Barberry.
The barberry fruit is a small berry that is red or dark blue in color. Barberries are long and narrow fruits like a bar, hence the name barberry. They are used to make jams and infusions. They are rich in vitamin C.
