A soft and juicy fruit, it grows on thorny bushes or trailing vines, in the form of a cluster of tiny druplets. Each of these druplets comprises of a seed, which stands surrounded by the fleshy part. Blackberries can be consumed in various forms - fresh, frozen and canned. However, they are commonly made into jams, juices, syrups, desserts and even wine.
Benefits
Being rich in antioxidants, blackberries help the body in fighting free
radicals and thus, avoid various types of cancer.
The high tannin content, and the resultant antiseptic properties, of
blackberries makes them good for tightening tissues as well as treating
minor bleeding.
Consumption of blackberry has been found to be beneficial for those
suffering from diarrhea and intestinal inflammation.
Mild infections, like sore throats and mouth irritations, can be treated
with the help of blackberries.
Blackberries have been used to alleviate hemorrhoids also.
Blackberries have been found to have anti-bacterial properties and can
even help cleanse blood.
Regular consumption of blackberries has been seen to delay the process
of ageing.
