We all know the potent health benefits of fruits like Goji, Acai Berries, Guava and Papaya. But an emerging fruit that is making a name for itself in the battle for the Super Food Supremacy is the nutritious ‘Sea Buckthorn‘. Sea buckthorn is an orange berry that has been used medicinally in Asia and Europe for hundreds of years, where its health benefits are renowned. Sea buckthorn primarily grows in shady areas in colder climates such as China, Russia, and Canada.

Sea Buckthorn Gaining the Super Fruit Status

Every part of the sea buckthorn plant is used for healing — the small branches, leaves, skin, pulp and seeds. It can boost your immune system, heal serious skin ailments such as eczema and radiation burns, and help to fight fatigue and boost energy. Weleda skin care utilizes sea buckthorn berries, which are freshly pressed off the vine along with the pulp and seed oil to create a range of intensive care skin care products that includes Weleda’s sea buckthorn hand creams, body lotions and body oils.

Sea buckthorn is proven to contain a rich cocktail of antioxidants and health benefits containing more than 190 biologically active compounds. Included in these 190 nutrients are the following:

Vitamins A, B1, B2, Folic Acid,  C, D, E, K, and P – The vitamin C level of 3600 ppm is about 10 times higher than that of oranges.

Omega 3, 6, 7 & 9 (Essential Fatty Acids or EFAs)

42 Lipids

Organic Acids

Amino Acids

Tocopherols

Flavonoids

Terpenes

Tannins

20 Mineral Elements

Sea buckthorn is full of nutrients and has a nutrient combination that increases its healing abilities. It is touted for its environmental benefits and its antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties. Many documented health treatments includes, wound healing, vaginal mucositis, cervical erosion, radiation damage, burns, ulcers, gastric ulcers, acne, dermatitis, eczema and many other skin related ailments. Recent studies have shown that sea buckthorn may also improve heart health.

Sea buckthorn is clearly right up there amongst the SUPER FRUITS of health and nutrition. Go to your local fruit store and grab a bunch today.

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