In Bagnoli del Trigno, Molise, blackthorn has been cultivated for centuries. Much loved, not only because of the sour taste and ideal fruit after a meal, but also because from its berries is extracted  juice used to produce the legendary liquor: Trignolino.

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“extract of Prunus added to a mixture of particular amino acids, minerals and vitamins is able to eliminate cancer cells in  vitro tests and inhibit their proliferation. Now the new weapon, after extensive testing, has been patented and will be on sale in June in pharmacies as a supplement alongside chemotherapy (Adnkronos 04/20/2015).