Sea buckthorn

Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is a bush found in mountainous areas and sandy coasts in many Asian and European countries, which produces yellow-orange berries. Due to their valuable nutritional properties, these berries have been used for more than a thousand years, with traditional recipes being passed down from generation to generation. Over the last few decades, scientists have carried out extensive research on sea buckthorn, which has led to a well-known understanding of the effects of these berries and their chemical composition. Ripe sea buckthorn berries are rich in a wide range of bioactive compounds such as vitamins C and E, carotenoids, polyphenols (flavonoids, stilbenes and phenolic acids), essential fatty acids, plant sterols, lignans, minerals and other substances.

• It is believed that, thanks to its abundance of bioactive substances, sea buckthorn helps to support the body’s natural defense systems and normal immunity functions.
• Sea buckthorn berries, which are rich in polyphenols, also help to promote digestion. Research shows that sea buckthorn juice is a good source of a prebiotic substrate that supports the proliferation of beneficial intestinal microbiota. As is well known, about 80% of immune reactions take place in the intestines, so it is an important area for immunity.
• Sea buckthorn berries are also beneficial for maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system and skin.