With the arrival of summer, the proportion of vegetables, fruits and berries in our diet increases. Gooseberry is one of the delicious summer berries that has many beneficial properties. What are these beneficial properties and how to use gooseberries?
Instructions
Step 1
Gooseberries are a storehouse of nutrients and vitamins. This berry is distinguished by a high content of vitamins A, E, C, B vitamins - these are B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, the latter of which promotes blood renewal, as well as accelerated cell regeneration.
Step 2
Gooseberries contain three times more iron than apples. This berry is recommended for children and the elderly with intestinal diseases and hypovitaminosis due to its high content of copper, pectin and phosphorus. Traditional medicine uses a decoction of ripe berries for burns, acute inflammation of the skin and eczema, and a tincture of leaves - for tuberculosis.
Step 3
The use of this berry should be reduced for people suffering from kidney diseases, because gooseberries are a diuretic berry.
Step 4
If you have tried many diets in the fight against cholesterol, overweight and metabolism, then add 200-300 grams of gooseberries to your low-calorie menu.
Step 5
In addition to jams, compotes and other things, gooseberries are used to make fillings for cakes and muffins. Some drinks and cocktails add gooseberry juice or a natural flavor. In addition, homemade wine can also be made from gooseberries.
Step 6
To add a spicy taste to duck, chicken or baked lamb, sweet and sour sauces are made from this berry. They can also be added to first courses and cereal side dishes.
