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Sweet-tart taste of chokeberry
Chokeberry comes from North America, and the qualities of the fruits of this unusual shrub were discovered by Indians. The French brought chokeberry to Europe in the 18th century. In Poland, aronia has been cultivated since the 1950s, mainly in Podlasie and Mazovia. Chokeberry berries are known for their characteristic – sour, tart taste. They are rich in antioxidants and other compounds that have beneficial health properties. Chokeberry has been shown to lower blood pressure, cholesterol, inflammation and oxidative stress, as well as improve blood sugar regulation, immune system function and cognitive abilities. According to some studies, it may also have a beneficial effect in preventing cancer, diabetes, bacterial and viral infections. Chokeberry berries can be eaten fresh, dried, frozen or processed into juice, jam, and tea. They are also an exceptionally grateful fruit for the production of vodkas and tinctures. The first mention of the use of chokeberry for the production of alcoholic beverages dates back to the 19th century, when it was documented that the Algonquian Indians made wine from it.