May have anti-aging properties

Hawthorn berries may help prevent premature skin aging caused by collagen degradation induced by overexposure to sunlight or UV light. A test-tube study discovered that a combination of hawthorn and ginseng extract could delay the appearance of wrinkles and increase skin hydration. According to research, this effect may be linked to the antioxidant content of the hawthorn fruit. Nonetheless, research in this field is limited, and more human studies are required.

Raw hawthorn berries have a tangy, somewhat sweet flavor that makes them an excellent on-the-go snack. However, avoid eating the seeds. They, like apple seeds, carry the poison cyanide. You can buy premade hawthorn tea or make your own using the plant’s dried berries, flowers, and leaves. Hawthorn berries can be fermented to generate a pleasant alcoholic beverage (for adults) or a flavorful vinegar for salad dressing.