Gooseberries are rich in vitamin A, which is essential for proper vision.
Eating gooseberries is especially recommended for people who spend all day in front of a computer.
It also contains vitamin B3 (niacin), which plays a vital role in metabolic processes and brain function. Gooseberries also contain vitamins B5 and B6.
The first is responsible, in particular, for the good condition of the skin, and the second - for the correct absorption of magnesium.
Vitamins C and E contained in gooseberries stimulate the immune and nervous systems, strengthen blood vessels and slow down the aging process.
Gooseberries are also rich in minerals, including potassium, magnesium, calcium, manganese and copper. They are also considered an excellent source of fiber.
Useful properties of gooseberries
Why is it worth planting gooseberry fruit bushes on your plot? Gooseberries are delicious not only fresh, as an addition to desserts, but also in the form of jam, compotes and liqueurs.
This berry contains a lot of pectin, which helps digestion and prevents constipation. It can be part of a diet for weight loss - it has a low glycemic index.
Gooseberry has anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties.
Eating gooseberries is useful for maintaining the acid-base balance of our body.
Thanks to the abundance of vitamin A, gooseberries not only effectively strengthen our immune system, but, as scientifically proven, also have an anti-cancer effect.
In addition, eating it helps combat stress and improves concentration.
However, gooseberries are not recommended for people with kidney disease, stomach ulcers, or colitis.
Previously, we wrote about which foods and dishes should not be reheated.
Author: Valeria Kisternaya
