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Benefits of Gooseberry
Are you familiar with Ribes uva-crispa? No? Okay, here is a little hint. Its fruit is a green berry with two-day stubble. Does it ring any bell? That is right, it is the popular gooseberry, or European gooseberry, as it is officially called. However, these summer berries are not just a sweet treat from the garden but more importantly, a fountain of health for our bodies.
Ribes uva-crispa, the Latin name for gooseberry, is a thorny shrub about a metre tall found in temperate forests, and especially in gardens. It is demanding in terms of soil quality and mineral abundance. When ripe, the sour, hard-skinned fruits turn into sweet little balls with tiny seeds inside. That is when gooseberries can be a bit tricky to harvest. Growers have to harvest the berries so that they ripen without becoming too brittle and cracking. The reward, however, is a fruit that finds a wide range of uses in the kitchen. From marmalades to compotes to syrups, in short, wherever you want to savour the delicious flavour of summer.
Everyone imagines gooseberries as hairy berries, usually green in colour. However, you may also find its relatives in shades of white, red or yellow. Although it is mainly known for its use in gastronomy, traditional medicine values it for its wealth of vitamins and other beneficial substances, including antioxidants. Gooseberry contains provitamin A, vitamin B and C as much as lemon, as well as calcium, potassium, silicon and iron. In conjunction with its low sugar content, it is an ideal healthy snack. A decoction made from gooseberry leaves is surprisingly good for the body. In addition, both the infusion and the berries can be enjoyed without restriction.
Approved health benefits:
- Immune system
- Normal digestion
