Have any of you Moms heard about juniper berries? Juniper berries are a type of fruit similar to blueberries and come from evergreen shrubs that grow in North America, Europe, and some Asian countries.

The color of juniper berries varies, starting from green when immature and turning dark blue when ripe. They have a woody aroma, and their flavor is very tart if consumed directly.

Juniper berries are often used as a flavoring agent in various foods and drinks. Although they look like berries, few people eat them directly due to their strong tart taste.

Despite the sourness that might make people grimace, juniper berries offer several health benefits that are worth noting. Here are 5 benefits of juniper berries:

1. Provides Extra Nutrition
Like most other berries, juniper is an excellent source of vitamin C. Vitamin C plays a crucial role in the immune system and is also an antioxidant. 

2. Prevents Inflammation
Juniper also contains essential oils that have been scientifically proven to address inflammation. These essential oils contain superhero enzymes that protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and reduce inflammation in human skin cells.

3. Prevents Diabetess
With its high antioxidant concentration, juniper berries also have antidiabetic effects, making them frequently used in traditional medicine practices to manage diabetes.

4. Improves Heart Health
Consuming juniper can also be an effective way to lower the risk of heart disease.

5. Natural Skin Antiseptic
Finally, juniper is known as a natural antiseptic. The essential oil made from this fruit is often used to treat skin issues, such as acne and eczema.

But now, moms don’t need to go through the hassle of getting the benefits of juniper berries because Zen Antibacterial has introduced its latest soap variant: Zen Antibacterial Shiso & Juniper Berries.

The combination of Japanese Red Shiso leaves and Juniper Berries in one product effectively combats 99.9% of germs, without worrying about dry skin or medicinal smells.