EURO Market & Deli

03/20/2024

The Easter bread tradition spread in cultures which were connected to the Byzantine Empire and it's a traditional cultural part of countries with an Orthodox Christian population.

02/20/2024

02/20/2024

02/20/2024

15GE64 Grabower Schoko Schaumküsse Minis
Traditional wafer cookies topped with soft foam cream and covered in chocolate. Assortment of 32 milk, dark, and white chocolate foam kisses.

02/20/2024

Hefekuchen "panettone Classic" 900g Packung Piacelli - 900 g

09/20/2023

Lvivskyi style smoked ham "Galicia"

09/20/2023

Great deal, Wild Alaska Pink Salmon Ikra 1.1lb (500g) $65/box

09/20/2023

We would like to offer you a new smoked fish in our store- Cold Smoked Lake Trout Fillet from HAIFA $13/lb.

05/31/2023

What Is Birch Water? Benefits and Downsides

Birch water, also known as birch sap, comes from the trees of the Betula genus.

While only recently gaining popularity in the United States, birch water has been consumed for centuries in Northern Europe and China due to its potential health benefits.

It’s also used in cosmetics and other skin care products.

What is birch water?
Birch water is the sap of birch trees and harvested in early spring.

During the winter, birch trees store nutrients that are later released into their sap.

When tapped, birch water is a clear, colorless liquid with a slightly sweet taste. After 2–3 days, it begins to ferment, developing a more acidic flavor (3Trusted Source).

It’s consumed on its own or made into other products, such as syrup, beer, wine, and mead.

Today, bottled birch water is available online and in stores. Keep in mind that commercial birch products frequently harbor added sugars and flavors.
Potential benefits of birch water
While research is limited, birch water may provide several health benefits.

Good source of many nutrients
Birch water offers numerous nutrients, especially vitamins and minerals. Historically, sailors would even drink it to ward off scurvy.

Many factors affect birch water’s nutrient composition, including geography, soil type, and even the specific species and age of the tree. Still, it’s generally low in calories and sugar while high in nutrients like magnesium and manganese.