Ber - Ziziphus Mauritiana

Ber, also called Indian jujube (Ziziphus mauritiana), is a small, sweet-and-sour fruit from the Rhamnaceae family. It is eaten fresh or dried and is a source of vitamin C, dietary fibre, potassium and various plant compounds with antioxidant activity. In Ayurveda and traditional practice, ber is valued as a nourishing, cooling fruit that is traditionally used in relation to digestion, immunity and general well-being. It is available as fresh fruit, dried fruit, powder, tea and juice.