GOOSEBERRY NUTRITION: TIPS FROM THE PROS
Health tips from the experts
“Add gooseberries to smoothies to boost your immunity” - Hannah Purtle, Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
“Add gooseberries to pickles and chutneys to promote heart health” - Michael Colangelo, Master of Science (M.S.) in Nutrition
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Benefits by Faith Seke
PhD, Agronomy and Crop Science (ongoing), Master's degree, Food Science and Technology · 1 years of experience · South Africa
- Gooseberries are effective in reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Gooseberries are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants. These work together in boosting the immune system as well as fighting cell damage by free radicals.
- Gooseberries help in maintaining good eyes health. Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and A which improve eyesight and prevents cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
- Gooseberries help in controlling high blood pressure. They contain phytochemicals such as carotenoids and polyphenols which help in regulating high blood pressure levels.
- Gooseberries also facilitate for good bone strength. they contain significant amounts of calcium and phosphorus which help in making bones stronger and also manage conditions such as dermatitis and rheumatism.
Side effects by Faith Seke
PhD, Agronomy and Crop Science (ongoing), Master's degree, Food Science and Technology · 1 years of experience · South Africa
- Gooseberries are a good source of phosphorus and excessive consumption of high-phosphorus food might result if malabsorption of other nutrients in the body.
Quantity recommendation by Faith Seke
PhD, Agronomy and Crop Science (ongoing), Master's degree, Food Science and Technology · 1 years of experience · South Africa
- All fruits should be consumed in moderate amounts, gooseberries contain a lot of vitamin C which might lead to acidity in the stomach. l would recommend the consumption of 1 gooseberry a day.
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This is for information purpose only, and should not be considered as a substitute for medical expertise. These are opinions from an external panel of individual nutritionists, and not to be considered as opinion of Microsoft. Please seek professional help regarding any health conditions or concerns.