Originally from eastern North America, the\u00a0aronia berry<\/strong>\u00a0is now also well known in Europe. In English, it is called\u00a0chokeberry<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 a reference to its tart, sour, astringent taste. Aronia is valued both as a dietary supplement and in cosmetics, primarily because of its exceptionally high content of\u00a0antioxidants and flavonoids<\/strong>. In addition, numerous studies have been conducted on its potential health benefits.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The deciduous aronia shrub reaches a height of one to three meters. In winter, its pointed, wine-red buds are striking. During the flowering period, ten to twenty white to pale pink flowers grow together in dense inflorescences. The ripe fruits are pea-sized, red-black in color, and contain a multi-seeded core.<\/p>\n There are three types of aronia (chokeberry):<\/p>\n The most widespread are\u00a0Aronia arbutifolia<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0Aronia melanocarpa<\/em>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In Germany, aronia is mainly cultivated in Saxony, Brandenburg, and Bavaria. In 2019, the harvest amounted to around 1,100 tons. Cultivation is also established in Austria and Switzerland, with an annual harvest of around 1,500 tons. Aronia has been used in fruit cultivation since the beginning of the 20th century, initially mainly in Russia, where it was grafted onto rowan and medlar trees.<\/p>\n The seeds of the berries contain\u00a0amygdalin<\/strong>, a cyanogenic glycoside. However, the hydrocyanic acid content of fresh fruit is within the safe range at 0.6\u20131.2 mg per 100 g. Heating further reduces this content, so regular consumption is considered safe.<\/p>\n All aronia species are characterized by a high resistance to diseases, pests, and UV radiation. This is due to the high\u00a0flavonoid and anthocyanin content<\/strong>\u00a0in the skin.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Anthocyanins belong to the flavonoid group and are water-soluble plant pigments that give all red, blue, and purple fruits their color. They are particularly concentrated in aronia. That is why aronia berries are also used as a natural alternative to synthetic food colorings such as cochineal red.<\/p>\n Anthocyanins protect the plant from:<\/p>\n The berries also contain tannins and bitter compounds that repel predators. These protective mechanisms also make aronia interesting for humans.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Several studies suggest that aronia extracts have medicinal potential, for example as an\u00a0anti-carcinogenic agent<\/strong>\u00a0or for alleviating the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.<\/p>\n In addition, aronia is being researched for its antidiabetic effects, regulatory effect on platelet formation, and possible neuroprotective properties. Clinical studies are still pending in some cases, but the berry is considered promising.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Aronia berries contain:<\/p>\n This gives aronia real\u00a0superfood potential<\/strong>. In situations of increased stress\u2014such as stress, illness, or intense exercise\u2014the body’s own antioxidant protection can be overwhelmed. This is where aronia can help.<\/p>\n The antioxidant potential in a test tube is higher than that of blueberries, cranberries, or lingonberries. Even if this does not automatically mean higher bioavailability, aronia impresses with its broad profile of vital substances.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Exercise strengthens the immune system, cardiovascular health, and mental well-being. However, studies show that excessive stress can increase susceptibility to infection.<\/p>\n After intense physical activity, the number of short-term defense cells decreases significantly\u2014especially in competitive athletes.<\/p>\n Aronia can support\u00a0regeneration after exercise<\/strong>:<\/p>\n A Polish study showed that aronia juice significantly reduces oxidative stress after exercise. Aronia also protects cells from UV-induced damage during outdoor sports.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fresh aronia berries are available from the end of August and can be eaten raw. Due to their tart taste, they are often processed into juice, jelly, jam, or pur\u00e9e.<\/p>\n Recommended amounts:<\/p>\n Important factors:<\/p>\n Exaggerated advertising claims should be viewed critically: Aronia is healthy, but it is not a substitute for medical therapy.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thanks to its high content of\u00a0antioxidant flavonoids<\/strong>, vitamins, and minerals, aronia is also used in cosmetics. Its following properties are particularly valued:<\/p>\n Aronia is suitable for:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Other names:<\/strong>\u00a0Black chokeberry, bald aronia<\/p>\n INCI:<\/strong>\u00a0Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract<\/em><\/p>\n Extraction:<\/strong>\u00a0Extract<\/p>\n Main components:<\/strong><\/p>\n Flavonoids, anthocyanins, bitter compounds and tannins, vitamins A, B, C, E, K, folic acid, magnesium, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc<\/p>\n Effect:<\/strong>\u00a0Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory<\/p>\n Cosmetic applications:<\/strong><\/p>\n Face and eye care, serums, masks, sun protection, after-sun, hand and lip care, hair care products<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The aronia berry combines resilience, regenerative capacity, and an exceptionally dense profile of protective substances. Its anthocyanins, combined with bitter compounds, tannins, vitamins, and minerals, make it a versatile active ingredient for nutrition and cosmetics.<\/p>\n Cosmacon<\/strong>\u00a0specifically uses these properties to develop high-quality cosmetics and sophisticated natural cosmetics\u2014for skin and hair care based on scientifically proven plant-based active ingredients.\u00a0Contact us<\/a>!<\/p>\n <\/p>\nBotany of aronia<\/h2>\n
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Supporting recovery after exercise<\/h2>\n
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Conclusion: The power of black berries<\/h2>\n