As the weather gets colder, people increasingly look for the jam they prepared during the summer. Therapist Zumrud Omarova shared which types of treats will delight both in taste and health benefits.
According to the doctor, it is advisable to keep various types of jam at home, as each will have its own set of health benefits. In general, any jam contains pectin, which improves digestion. And, of course, jam is effective in treating colds.
Depending on the main ingredient, individual characteristics will be added to the product's main features. For example, orange jam not only boosts the immune system but also supports skin beauty. Sea buckthorn jam is considered a “natural antibiotic.” Cranberry preserves also have antibacterial effects. In addition, it improves vision and supports liver function.
More common types of jam include raspberry, cherry, and plum. The first helps reduce high fever, accelerates the body's fight against ARVI, and lowers the risk of cancer. The second, cherry jam, normalizes blood pressure, improves mood, and facilitates falling asleep. Plum jam is rich in vitamins that prevent thrombosis. It also acts as a mild laxative.
Zumrud Omarova noted that jam can be made not only from berries but also from nuts. In this case, the treat, rich in iodine, becomes indispensable for the thyroid gland.
