It is well known that vegetables and fruits are healthy. However, the idea of jams also being healthy comes as a surprise to many. British scientists even go as far as categorizing all types of jams as nutricents, which are foods that also act as medicine. The key is to use fruits that contain natural gelling substances.

It is true that some jams are better than others. Britons particularly recommend jams made from mixed fruits, especially berries (raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, blueberries). This kind of jam contains a lot of pectin, which detoxifies the body and is crucial in removing heavy metals from the body. Pectin is a natural polysaccharide and a natural toxin cleanser. Its ability to bind heavy metals is much greater than charcoal or cellulose, and berry jams also have plenty of antioxidants and are effective in fighting against cancer. In fact, just 1 gram of jam has 20 times more antioxidants compared to a glass of fresh orange juice.

But that's not all!

Jam, due to its high binding ability, helps to eliminate cholesterol from the body, normalizes intestinal flora, protects against ionizing radiation, and gelatin protects against cartilage wear and tear.

Doesn't jam make you gain weight?

It is partly true that jam makes you gain weight. It is high in sugar and can contribute to weight gain, but on the other hand, while 100 grams of chocolate contain 540 calories, the same amount of jam contains only 290 calories.

In other words, jam may not help you lose weight, but it can improve your health. However, the next time you indulge in a spoonful or two of this sweet treat, it's important to be mindful of unnecessary excess.