It originates from North America, from where it was transferred to the northern parts of Europe, where Peter the Great later transferred it to Russia as an ornamental plant, and in the 80s it came to Serbia, and the first plantations were planted on the slopes of Suvobor and Takovo mountains.
Physiology
Aronia takes approximately 170 days to complete maturation and requires sum temperatures of 1500C
Morphology
Aronia is a perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 meters.
Aronia's role in the ecosystem
Aronia melanocarpa Elliott belongs to the subfamily Pomoideae of the Rosaceae family.
Aronia and science
It has been scientifically proven that a high intake of fruits and vegetables has beneficial effects on reducing the risk of developing degenerative diseases and affecting longevity.
Homeland of Aronia
The habitat of the species Aronia melanocarpa is the eastern part of North America. It was brought to Europe in 1834 in the vicinity of St. Petersburg.
Plant Description
Aronia is a deciduous shrub, up to 2,5 m tall. Aronia blooms in late May and early June, and the fruits ripen from early August to mid-September.
Chemical composition of chokeberry
Compared to other popular fruits in Europe, such as blueberries, cranberries or cherries, ARONIA is characterized by the highest content of anthocyanins and total polyphenols.
Aronia and pharmacology
Chokeberry fruits are one of the richest natural sources of polyphenols and anthocyanins. The main flavanol components are procyanidins.
Aronia improves health
Aronia strengthens immunity and improves blood counts. Aronia fruits are one of the richest natural sources of anthocyanins.
Aronia and diabetes
Chokeberry is associated with the regulation of insulin, it prevents sudden jumps and a drop in blood sugar levels, which is of great benefit to diabetics.
Aronia protects the heart
Scientific research has shown that chokeberry and its medicinal components protect against inflammation of blood vessels and the formation of blood clots or clots.
Aronia improves liver function
The liver is exposed to obesity and fat deposits, alcohol or chemicals from food, water or medicine on a daily basis.
Aronia is a natural remedy
A large number of scientific studies have shown that chokeberry juice affects the growth of various types of cancer and helps as a dietary supplement during chemotherapy with the elimination of toxic treatment products.
Aronia and Weight Control
Aronia is low in calories and in fat. Aronia contains specific natural types of fruit sugars that enhance pancreatic function and do not affect blood glucose levels in diabetics.
Aronia is the food of the future
XNUMX% pure Aronia juice is naturally enriched with biologically active components that in small quantities prevent damage to cells, tissues and multiple organs.
Aronia as an Antioxidant
Aronia is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes and eliminates harmful free radicals that build up in our body every hour and affect our health.