Description
Product Information:
Name: Golden Berries
Scientific name: Physalis peruviana
Family: Solanaceae
Origin: Peru
Expiration Date: Provided on the bag
Description:
The Golden Berry also known as Physalis peruviana or Incan Berry is a South American plant native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru in the Solanaceae family. It grows in the high peaks of the Peruvian Alps, in clusters like a vine and is covered by a thin paper-like casing. Once the berries are harvested and removed from their shells, they are gently dried at low temperatures to retain nutrients and keep their vitamins and minerals intact. They can be eaten as snacks or in combination with other foods, such as goji berries, cacao nibs, etc. They can be added to sweets, smoothies or breakfast cereals. They are full of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Iron, Niacin and Phosphorus and have a high content of protein, rare for a fruit.
They are rich in bioflavonoids and pectin, they have anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antihistamine and antioxidant properties. They can prevent sudden rises in blood glucose levels and help strengthen the body in times of stress. They help strengthen the immune system, bone health, lower cholesterol and improve the texture of the skin and hair. They help to improve the condition of the capillaries and consequently those organs that require high levels of nutrients and oxygen, such as the eyes, the brain, the reproductive organs. Finally, they also have a mild laxative effect.
Quantity per 100g:
- Calories (kcal) 53
- Lipid 0.7 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Carbohydrates 11 g
- Protein 1.9 g
- Vitamin C 11 mg
- Calcium 9 mg
- Iron 1 mg
