It is yellow or green in color and can grow up to 18 meters tall.

 

This plant is not only used by Indians but also by people around the world. It has a sweet-sour, peppery, and bitter taste.

1 Gooseberry = Several Oranges

If we measure 100g of fresh gooseberries, it equates to 470-680 mg of vitamin C. Scientists have proven that this fruit is the world’s strongest antioxidant.

We all know the importance of vitamin C. It helps remove free radicals, strengthens the bone system and immune system, cleanses blood vessels, and produces white blood cells.

But this fruit contains more than just vitamin C; it also has flavonoids, tannin, and minerals.

Gooseberries also help relieve coughs, soothe throat pains, and other respiratory problems, including asthma and bronchitis.

Health Benefits of Gooseberries:

• Gooseberries have a mild diuretic effect due to their high water content – urination helps the body eliminate toxins, excess salt, water, and uric acid. You can even lose weight as urine is composed of 4% fat.
• Gooseberries maintain healthy kidneys and prevent urinary and uterine infections.
• Gooseberries protect the body against radiation.
• They help in cases of chronic childhood cough due to tuberculosis or allergic asthma.
• With antibacterial properties, gooseberries support the body in fighting infections and boosting the immune system, increasing disease resistance.
• Gooseberries stimulate isolated cells that secrete insulin, thereby reducing blood sugar levels in diabetic patients – it is recommended to consume gooseberry juice with a pinch of turmeric twice a day before meals.
• Gooseberries strengthen heart muscles, being rich in antioxidants, anthocyanins, flavonoids, potassium, etc.
• They are used as a treatment against acne, rosacea, and many other inflammations.
• Gooseberries restore hair fibers. Mix gooseberry powder with water and leave for 60 minutes, then massage into the scalp to restore hair fibers, hydrate, and add shine and vitality to the hair. Leave for 30 minutes to an hour, then rinse.
• Gooseberries help with stomach pains. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, cramps, infections, and digestive problems can be solved with gooseberries.
• They remove toxins from the liver. Scientifically, gooseberries are essential in treating the liver. They protect it from the adverse effects of medications (especially those against tuberculosis) and remove toxins.
• Gooseberries improve protein metabolism, aiding in weight loss.
• They support both male and female reproductive systems and can combat infertility problems.