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Ber

Ber
Ber, known as “Badara” in Ayurveda, is a delicious fruit and an effective herbal remedy against various diseases. This fruit is a rich source of vitamin C, B1 and B2.
Ber seed powder or Ber tea might help in promoting weight loss due to the presence of fibers and vitamin C that play a role in improving body metabolism and thereby promotes digestion. Eating Ber (Jujube fruit) is also considered to be good for diabetes due to its blood sugar lowering activity which further reduces the risk of diabetes related complications. Consumption of Ber on a regular basis provides relief from constipation by promoting bowel movements due to its laxative property.
Ber leaves can be externally applied to reduce fever due to its antipyretic (fever lowering) activity. Ber fruit powder along with honey can also be applied on the face in the form of a face mask to help manage skin infections and promote wound healing due to its antioxidant and strong healing properties.
Avoid eating Ber in cough and cold due to its cooling property. In case you have weak digestion, avoid excessive intake of Ber as it is heavy to digest and may cause abdominal discomfort and stomach pain[2-4].

What are the synonyms of Ber?

Ziziphus mauritiana, Phenilm, Badara, Bhr, Barkoli, Beir, Yalachi, Mallelentha, Beer, Veer, Ildei, Elandi, Regu chettu, Bayar, Kul, Kol beir, Bor, Boriche jhad, Indian jujube, Indian cherry plum, Fal-e-kambak, Azifum[1]

What is the source of Ber?

Plant Based

Benefits of Ber

1. Hyperacidity
Ber fruit helps to reduce hyperacidity if it is taken before meals. Hyperacidity means an increased level of acid in the stomach and an aggravated Pitta is the main cause. Regular intake of sweet Ber fruit before meals helps to reduce the acid level in the stomach because of its Sita (cold) property.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 cup of sweet Ber fruit.
b. Have it before taking foods to manage hyperacidity.

2. Constipation
Constipation is caused due to an aggravated Vata dosha. This can be due to frequent consumption of junk food, excess intake of coffee or tea, sleeping late at night, stress and depression. All these factors aggravate Vata in the large intestine and cause constipation. Ripe Ber fruit helps in easy expulsion of waste products and corrects constipation. This is due to Vata balancing and Bhedna (purgative) properties.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 cup of sweet Ber fruit.
b. Have it after taking foods to manage constipation.

3. Asthma
Dried Ber fruit powder helps to control the symptoms of asthma and gives relief in case of breathlessness. According to Ayurveda, the main doshas involved in asthma are Vata and Kapha. The vitiated ‘Vata’ combines with deranged ‘Kapha dosha’ in the lungs causing obstruction in the respiratory passage. This results in difficulty in breathing. This condition is known as Swas Roga (Asthma). Eating Ber fruit helps to balance Vata and Kapha and remove excess mucus from the lungs. This gives relief from the symptoms of asthma.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 cup of sweet Ber fruit.
b. have it before taking foods to get rid of the symptoms of asthma.

Recommended Dosage of Ber

  • Ber Powder - ¼-1 teaspoon twice a day.

How to use Ber

1. Ber Fruit
a. Take 4-5 Ber fruits.
b. Eat them preferably in the breakfast.

2. Ber Tea
a. Take 2 cups of water in a large pot.
b. Add a small piece of cinnamon and crushed ginger.
c. Make a deep cut into each Ber and add them to the pot containing water.
d. Simmer for 4 hours on a low flame.
e. Strain the liquid before drinking.

3. Ber Seed Powder
a. Take 1-2 teaspoon of Ber seed powder.
b. Add it to 1 glass of lukewarm milk.
c. Mix well before drinking.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Can Ber be eaten during pregnancy?

scientific
Modern Science View
Enough scientific evidence is not available to support the use of Ber during pregnancy.

Q. Does Ber help you sleep better?

scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Ber might help you sleep better (manage insomnia) as it contains certain constituents (spinosin and swertish) that have sedative properties. It helps to calm the brain and induce sleep thereby managing insomnia[5][7].
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Sleep generally gets disturbed due to an imbalance of Vata dosha. Ber might help to improve your sleeping disorder due to its Vata balancing property. This helps relax the nerves in the brain and promotes a healthy sleep.

Q. Does Ber aid in weight loss?

scientific
Modern Science View
Ber might help in weight loss as it is rich in fiber. It helps to increase the faecal mass and aids in easy passage of stools. It also increases fat removal through stools thereby reducing triglyceride levels in the body. Ber improves the metabolism of the body thereby managing weight[8][9].
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Weight gain is a condition that generally occurs due to weak or poor digestion which results in the formation and accumulation of excessive fat and Ama (toxins remain in the body due to incomplete digestion). Ber helps to manage weight due to its Deepan (appetizer), Ushna (hot) and Saarak (laxative) properties. It helps to digest food properly and helps to remove the excessive fat or Ama out of the body.
Tips:
1. Take 2 cups of water in a large pot.
2. Add a small piece of cinnamon and crushed ginger to it.
3. Make a deep cut into 2-3 Ber fruits and add them into the pot of water.
4. Let it simmer for 4 hours on a low flame.
5. Strain the liquid before drinking.

Q. Is Ber beneficial in strengthening the immune system?

scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Ber might help in strengthening the immune system as it contains certain constituents that help boost immunity due to its immunomodulatory property. It also prevents cell damage caused due to free radicals in the body due to its antioxidant property which further strengthens the immune system[10][11].
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Immunity might get disturbed due to poor digestion where a person faces nutrient deficiency in the body. Ber might help maintain good immunity due to its Deepan (appetizer), Ushna (hot) and Saarak (laxative) properties. Improved digestion helps prevent any nutrient deficiency in the body and eventually improves internal health and immunity.

Q. Does Ber help in keeping your bones and teeth healthy?

scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Ber might help in keeping bones and teeth healthy as it contains a high amount of calcium which provides strength to bones as well as teeth[12].
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Yes, Ber might help you in keeping your bones and teeth healthy due to its Balya (strength provider) property. This helps make the skeletal system strong by keeping your bones healthy.

Q. Is Ber fruit good for diabetes?

scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Ber fruit is good for diabetes. This is due to its blood sugar lowering effect. Ber also reduces the risk of diabetic complications due to its antioxidant property[4].

Q. What are the benefits of Ber leaves?

scientific
Modern Science View
There are certain constituents that are responsible for the activity of the leaves. The leaves have antipyretic (fever-reducing) property. The leaves are also useful for weight management[2].

References

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  3. Palejkar CJ, Palejkar JH, Patel AJ, et al.A PLANT REVIEW ON ZIZIPHUS MAURITIANA.IJUPLS.2012;2(2):202-211.
  4. Sharma GN, Gaur A.ZIZIPHUS MAURITIANA LAM-AN OVERVIEW.Indo American Journal of Pharmaceutical Research.2013.3(6):4560-4566.
  5. Palejkar CJ, Palejkar JH, Patel AJ, et al. A Plant Review on Ziziphus Mauritiana.IJUPLS.2012;2(2):202-211.External Link
  6. Akhtar N, Ijaz S, Khan HM, et al..A.Ziziphus mauritiana leaf extract emulsion for skin rejuvenation.Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research.2016; 15 (5): 929-936.External Link
  7. Chen J, Liu X, Li Z, Qi A, Yao P, Zhou Z, Dong TTX, Tsim KWK. A Review of Dietary Ziziphus jujuba Fruit (Jujube): Developing Health Food Supplements for Brain Protection. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2017.External Link
  8. Ganachari MS, Shiv Kumar, Alagawadi KR. Anti-obese activity of Ziziphus jujube Lam leaves extract in dietary obese rats. J Natural Remedies 2007, 7(1):102-108.External Link
  9. Deshpande M, Shengule S, Apte K. et al. Anti-obesity activity of Ziziphus mauritiana: A potent pancreatic lipase inhibitor. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research.2013;6:168-173. External Link
  10. Afzal S, Batool M, Ch BA, et al. Immunomodulatory, Cytotoxicity, and Antioxidant Activities of Roots of Ziziphus mauritiana. Pharmacogn Mag. 2017 Jul;13( 2):262-265. External Link
  11. Chen J, Liu X, Li Z, et al. A Review of Dietary Ziziphus jujuba Fruit (Jujube): Developing Health Food Supplements for Brain Protection. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2017.External Link
  12. Mohammed H, Garba AA,Hamza MF. Evaluating the Medicinal and Nutritional Benefits of Nigerian Edible Fruits of Ziziphus jujube and Ziziphus spina-christi Plants.Northwest University Science.2015.External Link
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