Organic Way Juniper Berries 1 Lb 1 lb
Description
Although it is called a berry, Juniper Berries aren't actually part of the berry family but rather of the cone family. Unlike the other cone family seeds, the juniper berry is mostly fleshy, almost like a berry in appearance. Thanks to its wonderful aroma, Juniper Berries are usually used as a flavoring for exotic cuisines and as well as essential oils, however, it is also regarded as food for the Native Americans.
What is the Importance of Juniper Berries?
Juniper Berries are considered to be a powerful plant that contains a lot of nutrients that the body needs. Although the Juniper Berries are small in size, they are jam-packed with Vitamin C, which is known to be essential in providing the body with a boosted immune system.
Aside from boosting the immune system, Juniper Berries have also been known to contain essential antibodies that can help with inflammation and as well as having loads of antioxidant properties.
Way before Juniper Berries were closely studied, it has already been used as an aid for diabetes. Just recently, it has been confirmed that it really helps with lowering blood sugar.
Organic Juniper Berry
Juniper Berries, known to have a woody and spicy scent, are used in a variety of ways. Some people use Juniper Berries as a food source, while others use this only as a flavoring of their dishes.
Gin, which is a famous alcoholic beverage, is actually made from the extracts of Juniper Berries. There are also essential oils made from Juniper Berries, which are known to purify the air and provide a piney scent.
Features and Details
Juniper berry, as mentioned earlier, belongs to the cone family, specifically of the cypress family Cupressaceae. There are said to be around 50 to 67 different species of junipers across the entire northern hemisphere. Since there are different species of the juniper plant, the shape and size of this particular plant also vary.
Juniper Berries are actually the most essential ingredient of the alcoholic drink known as gin. In fact, the word gin actually came from the name of the berry itself. Due to the different species of Juniper Berries, the flavor of the gin will also differ.
Don’ts of This Product
When orally taken, the Juniper Berries are usually safe if kept within a safe amount. Never consume more than 10 grams of Juniper Berries for more than a month since it can cause kidney failures or even possibly seizures and other side effects.
Although the oil from the Juniper Berries is safe for most people, it is still advisable that you do a patch test before applying it to your skin. Never apply the juniper berry oil in wounds or irritated skins.
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