Capers are used as a natural remedy for rheumatism. Capers are used as a spice in many regions of the world.
Capers is a bud that comes from a bush that is native to the Mediterranean. It is often used as a seasoning in food or garnishment. It has medicinal benefits also.
The flowers of the caper plant are very fragrant. They are usually pink or white. Capers grow well in full sun or warm climates. They are often used as a seasoning or garnish in food and are salted or pickled. They are a common ingredient in Italian food. Capers are small and are olive green in color. Capers are usually pickled in salt and vinegar. The caper has an intense flavor and contains a substance called mustard oil. In Italian food, they are used in salads, pasta, pizza, meat, and sauce. They are a main ingredient in tartar sauce. Capers are also served with salmon. Sometimes they are substituted for olives. Common English names are caper, caperberry, and caperbush.
Capers contain sodium, iron, vitamin C, protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. In Greece, capers are a popular medicine. A herbal tea is made from the capers to treat rheumatism. Capers contain powerful antioxidants that are effective in treating inflammation. In history, caper-berries were believed to have aphrodisiac properties. In Hebrew, caper means desire. They are also known to improve liver function. The caper root bark has been used to treat anemia, arthritis, and gout. Capers contain a substance called rutin which is a powerful antioxidant. Here in the United States, capers are grown in California.