Among many other properties, the cape gooseberry, a 100% Peruvian fruit that can be consumed as a soft drink, dessert, or snack, helps to slow cellular ageing and it is a natural tranquilizer that helps relieve stress.
"Cape gooseberries are a wonderful gift from nature, as they have numerous health benefits. Thus, it is advisable to consume it regularly," said the director of Complementary Medicine at EsSalud, Dr. Martha Villar Lopez.
The specialist said that the cape gooseberry had a large number of antioxidants that allowed the body to better handle the negative effects of stress, combat hypertension and relieve anxiety. It also helps stabilize the glucose level in the blood, so it is recommended for people with diabetes.
She said that this fruit was rich in vitamins A and C and that it strengthened the immune system, so its consumption could also help prevent respiratory diseases. Additionally, she highlighted the exceptional amount of protein (0.3%) and phosphorus (55%) that the fruit contains.
She said the fruit's antibiotic and diuretic properties favored managing urinary problems. She also stressed that, due to its content of flavonoids, cape gooseberries were used as a natural tranquilizer.
Source: rpp.pe