Gooseberries: benefits and harms to human he alth, medicinal properties and vitamins

Most he althcare professionals and nutritionists are debating the he alth benefits and harms of eating gooseberries. Even in ancient times, people noticed that berries, leaves and branches of gooseberries have unique properties that affect the body favorably. The main thing, in order not to harm he alth, is to use in moderation, and leaves and branches - strictly according to the doctor's recommendations.

Composition and nutritional value of gooseberries

Gooseberries are a storehouse of nutrients that the body needs, especially during the epidemic of viruses and pathogenic microorganisms, in the postoperative period, for children to increase immunity.Berries contain a large amount of vitamins, microelements and macronutrients, dietary fiber, organic acids, polyunsaturated and saturated fatty acids.

100 g of fresh berries contains 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 9 g of carbohydrates and 45 calories, 3.4 g of dietary fiber, 0.6 g of ash. Processed berries in jams, compotes, jams also contain many nutrients, useful substances, although the calorie content of such products is higher due to the addition of sugar and other spices. In jam 190 kcal, proteins 0.5 g, fats 0.2 g, carbohydrates 40-45 g, dietary fiber 2 g, ash 49 g.

Fresh berries contain vitamins:

0.020.012Niacin (nicotinic acid, PP, B3 )0.70.25Choline (B4 )40-Pantothenic (B5) Pyridoxine (B6) Folates (B9) Ascorbic (C) Alpha Tocopherol (E) Biotin (H, B7, Coenzyme R) Phylloquinone (K)

Vitamins	Amount in 100 g fresh fruit	Amounts per 100 g berry jam
Retinol (A), incl. β-carotene	33	20
Thiamin (B1)	0.01	0.005
Riboflavin (B2)
0.29	-
0.03	0.02
5	3
35	7.5
0.5	0.3
500	-
8	-

Some vitamins and minerals contained in it make up the majority of the daily value:

• Biotin - 1000%.
• Silicon - 35-40%.
• S - 33%.
• Manganese - 23%.
• Molybdenum - 17%.
• Copper - 13%.
• Potassium - 10%.
• B4 - 8.5%.
• Iron - 4.5%.

But keep in mind that these tables show approximate amounts: vitamins in gooseberries, macro- and microelements can be slightly less or more depending on the variety consumed with green, yellow, red or black fruits.

Calcium25Silicon10Iodine 0.8Zirconium1.4Magnesium 9Sulfur20Manganese0.5Aluminum34Lithium 0.4Strontium20Sodium 22Chlorine1Zinc 0.1Vanadium1Molybdenum

Macronutrients, mg, micrograms				Micronutrients, mg, micrograms
Potassium	250	Phosphorus	30	Iron	1	Fluorine	13	Boron	12	Nickel	6
				1	Chromium	1	Cob alt
							12	Selenium	0.5

How to choose a quality and fresh product

Berries are presented in different colors: yellow, green, red, red-violet, black. Many buyers ask how to choose the right gooseberries so that they are tasty and ripe. The main thing to know is that green berries contain more valuable substances for the body, others have less. But dark-colored varieties will have a sweeter taste than green ones, which have a slight sourness, which is due to the content of more vitamin C.

How to choose:

• Berries must be dry so that they do not have drops of water, condensation. Then such a product will be stored longer. And the probability of the beginning of rotting processes will be excluded, since it is usually sold in plastic containers in the store.
• If you feel the berries, the ripe ones will have a more elastic skin. Unripe ones will be firm. Overripe berries are soft to the touch, mushy inside.
• Berries from a he althy bush will not have damage, spots, white bloom.

If the berries are sold with stalks, then such a product will be stored longer.

What is the use of gooseberries: the effects of berries on the body

The benefits of gooseberries for the human body lies in the composition of the substances that it needs for normal functioning. Vitamin C contained in it, more than 30% and A 3.5% are involved in redox reactions in the body, thanks to them, the process of iron absorption occurs.

This interaction of substances contributes to:

1. increase the protective function of the body;
2. improve blood circulation;
3. helps to synthesize hormones in the thyroid gland;
4. promotes the absorption of B vitamins;
5. improves metabolism;
6. increases the body's resistance against viruses and pathogenic bacteria;
7. relieves fatigue, helps fight stress.

Biotin, which is significantly higher than normal, contributes to:

1. normalization of metabolic processes;
2. improves lipid, protein, carbohydrate metabolism;
3. increases skin elasticity, improves complexion;
4. helps fight skin aging;
5. normalizes the functioning of the nervous system;
6. promotes hair growth;
7. ensures the growth of new cells;
8. normalizes blood sugar.

Silicon, copper, manganese, molybdenum, choline contained in fruits help:

1. normalize cholesterol levels;
2. protect body cells from harmful bacteria;
3. improve the functioning of the digestive tract;
4. normalize fat metabolism;
5. prevent gallstones;
6. fight overweight;
7. participate in the formation of bone and connective tissue;
8. ensure the delivery of oxygen to the tissues.

The benefits of gooseberries for the human body are great, because not every product can combine such a number of useful substances that affect the functioning of the whole organism as a whole.

Useful properties for men

Nutritionists recommend that men use gooseberries not only fresh, but also dried, in the form of sauces, marinades, jams, wines, alcohol tinctures on the pomace of berries. Even when cooked, the fruits contain many useful substances that can improve cardiovascular activity, help fight stress, because men most often hide it and suffer from heart diseases.

In berries, leaves, roots that can be brewed into tea, there are components that increase physical endurance and contribute to the work of the reproductive organs of men. Traditional medicine recommends harvesting the leaves of the plant in spring, and in autumn the roots, dry in the shade, but bring them into a room with low humidity at night.

For women and pregnant women

Women should pay special attention to eating fresh fruits, as they help to gently remove toxins, normalize sugar, cholesterol and hemoglobin in the blood. The substances that make up the gooseberry, when interacting, solve the problem of excess weight, quench thirst and appetite, improve metabolism and the digestive tract. Increase skin elasticity and repair damaged cells, promote the growth of nails and hair.

The skin of the face becomes clean, fresh, brightened after applying masks and drinking juices, compotes, decoctions of gooseberry leaves and berries.It is especially important for pregnant women, who often experience a decrease in hemoglobin, an increase in blood sugar, weight gain and problems with bowel movements.

Pregnancy reduces a woman's immunity, and the fetus consumes most of the vitamins and elements received, so they need gooseberries for good he alth. Gooseberries fill the body of a woman and the fetus with useful essential and non-essential amino acids, help improve immunity, which is reduced due to pregnancy.

How gooseberries are good for a child

Pediatricians recommend that children, starting from 7-9 months, who do not suffer from gastrointestinal diseases and allergies, give a teaspoon of gooseberry juice. A child needs to consume 45-70 g of fresh gooseberries daily. Berries have a positive effect on the children's body: they increase immunity, saturate the body with useful substances and vitamins, improve mood, and prevent the appearance of skin diseases.

For what diseases it is recommended to use

Gooseberry helps to improve the functioning of the whole organism, but is more effective in the treatment and prevention of diseases:

• associated with metabolic disorders in the body;
• skin diseases;
• oncology;
• for thyroid diseases;
• disturbances in the work of the gallbladder, liver, urinary, kidneys;
• for diabetes;
• for diseases of the joints and cartilage.

Gooseberry leaves and berries are brewed into tea for the prevention of SARS, influenza.

Recipes for medicines based on gooseberries

For the treatment of colds, squeeze the juice from gooseberries and drink 50 g 2 times a day for 5-7 days.

Increase the metabolic rate, improve digestion will help a decoction of 100 g of fruit per 1 liter of water, boil over low heat for 15-20 minutes. Drink 1 tbsp. in 30 min. before meals.

You can improve the condition of joints and cartilage with the help of tea from gooseberry leaves and fruits. 10 leaves wash and pour boiling water, leave to infuse for 6 hours. Pour 10 gooseberries with boiling water for 2 hours. Mix infusions and consume 30 g 3-4 times a day.

The use of medical and culinary recipes from gooseberries for the prevention of diseases should take place under the guidance of the attending physician or after his consultation.

Features of the use of berries in cosmetology

Retinol, folic acid, vitamin C, collagen, silicon improve skin condition, restore damaged cells, eliminate fine wrinkles. All these elements are found in gooseberries, so gooseberry masks help women look several years younger, eliminate fatigue, cleanse, moisturize and whiten their skin. But before use, you must pass an allergy test.

You can prepare a mask for the skin from the pulp of berries, mixed with olive oil, as well as add baby cream or other berries and fruits that are not allergic. The main feature of the use of gooseberries in cosmetology is that it cannot be used if the skin has wounds, cracks, cuts, since the concentration of acids in the composition of the berries will irritate open wounds.

Pros and cons of using gooseberries for weight loss

Plus the use of gooseberries for weight loss is a small calorie content of berries. Therefore, for weight loss, you can eat 100-200 g, while the body will receive a signal of saturation, because it contains chromium, which is responsible for appetite. Favorably affects the genitourinary system and gastrointestinal tract, it promotes the breakdown of fats, has a slight diuretic and laxative effect.

The downside of gooseberries when losing weight is that they should not be consumed in large quantities, which will irritate the digestive organs, can cause vomiting, diarrhea.

Existing contraindications and restrictions

Gooseberry helps to remove toxins and improve metabolism, so people suffering from chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary system, or in the acute stage, it is contraindicated for use in any form. It can do more harm than good in the presence of diseases:

• pancreatitis;
• enterocolitis;
• gastric ulcer, intestinal;
• kidney and urinary stones;
• gout.

For any disease, before using gooseberries, you should consult your doctor. And of course, consume little by little, in moderation, without overeating.

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