Sea Buckthorn: Powerful Health Benefits & a Nourishing Tea Recipe
If you’re lucky enough to live in a region where sea buckthorn grows wild, you’ve likely heard of its powerful benefits for health and wellness. These bright orange berries, found across parts of Asia and Europe, have long been valued in traditional and folk medicine.
Health Benefits of Sea Buckthorn
Sea buckthorn has been associated with a wide range of potential health benefits, including:
Reducing symptoms of cirrhosis
Supporting immune function
Preventing infections
Treating stomach ulcers
Promoting heart health
Improving vision and eye health
Rich in Vitamins and Minerals
These small but mighty berries are packed with essential nutrients. Sea buckthorn is a natural source of:
Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and B vitamins
Folic acid and carotenoids
Iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, and phosphorus
Together, these compounds help support overall wellness and may contribute to reduced inflammation, better skin, and improved metabolic function.
How to Use Sea Buckthorn
Sea buckthorn oil has been used for thousands of years in both internal and external applications, often with minimal side effects. The berries can also be consumed in a variety of ways:
Raw (note: their tart, lemon-like taste may surprise you!)
As a juice, jelly, jam, syrup, or sauce
Or infused in a warm, vitamin-rich tea
You can also try our Siberian Pine Nut Oil with Sea Buckthorn, available now at megrellc.com, for a convenient and potent daily supplement.
Sea Buckthorn Tea Recipe 🌿
This comforting and antioxidant-rich sea buckthorn tea is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the benefits of this superberry. Perfect for sharing with family or friends!
Ingredients:
1 tbsp frozen sea buckthorn berries
1 sprig of fresh rosemary
1 piece of fresh ginger root
1 orange
Honey – to taste
Preparation:
Slice the orange and ginger root.
Place the sea buckthorn berries in a teapot and gently mash them with a spoon.
Add the orange and ginger slices.
Place the rosemary sprig on top and pour hot (not boiling) water over the ingredients.
Avoid boiling water, as it can reduce the vitamin content.
Let steep for 5–10 minutes.
Add honey to taste, serve, and enjoy!
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