RED BERRY TEA

A small spiny evergreen shrub of western United States and Mexico with minute flowers and bright red berries. Red berry fruits such as elderberry, chokeberry and bilberry have been used for centuries to cure a wide range of problems such as dysentery, stomach ailments, scurvy and rheumatism, but several recent studies have focused primarily on their effects on the arteries. They’re low in calories and high in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Many berries have been associated with being beneficial for heart health. These may include lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, while reducing oxidative stress.