Mespilus(Medlar) Health Benefits.
Author.
Hranush H. Arakelyan .
M.D. ,Ph.D,Fine Art Painter, Artist.
“Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food.”
“Hippocrates”
Introduction.
Mespilus forms deciduous large shrubs to small trees growing up to 8 m (26 ft) tall. The fruit is a matte brown pome. Mespilus germanica is apparently native only to southwest Asia and southeastern Europe, i.e. near the Black Sea coast and western Mediterranean, and Asia Minor, as well as the Caucasus and northern Iran, but it has an ancient history of cultivation and wild plants exist in a much wider area; it was grown by the ancient Greeks and Romans, beginning in the second century BC. It was a very popular fruit in Western Europe during the Middle Ages, but has fallen out of favour there.
Health Benefits of Mespilus.
Common usage and medicinal benefits and properties of this plant are conserves, cooking jams, diarrhea treatment, diuretic, elimination of oral abscess, elimination of stomach bloating, elimination of throat abscess, fattening, fever disposal, handle of knives and tools, hematopoietic, internal hemorrhage treatment.
he fruits of Medlar possess the nutrients which is beneficial for the health. It possess high amount of Vitamin B2, B1, C and A. Medlar is also used for its medicinal properties. It contains tannin, protein, natural organic acids and pectin with low amount of carbohydrates. The minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium is also found in the fruit which helps to promote the immune health. The daily intake of this fruit is helpful for the people with kidney and liver ailments. It enhances the health by detoxifying and hydrating organs and the body.
1. Forms hemoglobin.
Iron helps in forming hemoglobin. Iron is a vital part of hemoglobin which provides the shade of dark red to the blood and helps to transport oxygen to the cells of body. Extra hemoglobin is essential for the human beings as we lose blood through both internal and external injuries. During menstruation, women lose blood each month due to which they are high chances of suffering from anemia.
2. Function of muscles.
Iron is essential for the maintenance of muscle health. Iron is found in the tissues of muscles and supply oxygen that is essential for the muscle contraction. Without iron, muscle loses the elasticity and tone. Muscle weakness is the symptoms of anemia.
3. Brain health.
Iron helps in the brain development. Iron assist in the oxygen supply and about 20% of the blood oxygen is used by the brain. Iron is associated with the brain function and its health. The adequate amount of blood in the brain can enhance the activity of cognition and formation of new neural pathways that helps to prevent the cognitive ailments such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The ample amounts of iron and the brain oxygenation are vital.
4. Prevent Restless leg syndrome.
The deficiency of iron is the main cause for restless leg syndrome. The research shows that it is related with iron. The low presence of iron in the blood leads to this condition. The adequate intake of supplements of iron in adequate amounts could treat this condition. It is associated with muscle spasms which is the symptoms of iron deficiency. (5)
5. Regulates body temperature.
Iron helps to regulate the temperature of the body. It regulates according to the body’s absorption capacity. It stabilizes the body temperature which means that functions of metabolism and enzymatic functions occur in the efficient and optimal temperatures and environments.
6. Carries oxygen.
The benefit of iron is that it carries oxygen and transfers to the body cells. It is an essential function of iron. Oxygen is essential for each organ in order to perform the daily functions.
7.Immunity.
Iron helps to enhance the immunity of the body. It helps the body to counteract the various infections and diseases. Red blood cells are vital to provide oxygen to damaged organs, tissues and cells. Without iron there won’t be hemoglobin and oxygen. Iron assists in the healing process.
8.Metabolize energy.
Iron plays a vital role in the metabolizing energy in the body. It helps to extract energy from the food which is shared to various parts of the body.
9.Enzymatic systems.
Iron is vital for the enzymatic systems and constituents such as cytochromes, myoglobin and catalase. These should function properly for the proper functioning of organ systems.
10Cures insomnia.
Iron helps to treat insomnia and enhance the sleep quality and habits with the regulation of circadian rhythms. The proper count of red blood cells could lead to the low fluctuation of blood pressure those results in sleeping problems.
11.Mental performance.
The adequate intake of iron targets on the energy and concentration which helps to enhance the mental and cognitive performance. It helps to raise the blood flow to the brain due to the activity of iron’s red blood cells.
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Hranush H. Arakelyan
M.D. ,Ph.D,Fine Art Painter, Artist.