How do bilberry shoots differ from the berries, and why brew them? — BLUEBERRY SPROUTS 50G - FARMGRUPP ( pobegi cherniki )( побеги черники)

Bilberry berries are, for most people, associated with antioxidants and support for eyesight. The shoots are another part of the plant, and in herbal practice they are valued for a different composition: above all for tannins and arbutin.

Tannins give the infusion a characteristic astringent, slightly puckering taste; they are linked to the astringent properties for which bilberry shoots are traditionally included in herbal blends. Arbutin is a natural compound that is often found in plant raw materials used in blends for the urinary tract.

Dried shoots are convenient for those who prefer to brew herbs themselves: you can adjust the strength of the infusion, use familiar crockery and fit the tea into any daily routine. This is a single-ingredient product with no additives — the composition is transparent, which matters to those who read labels carefully.

Bilberry shoots are chosen as a plant-based addition to the diet, not as a replacement for medicines. During pregnancy, breastfeeding, chronic conditions or regular use of medicines, consult a specialist before use.