Organic Golden Berries
5.5 Oz / 160 grams
What It Is
Known as Inca / Incan Berries, Peruviana Physalis, Aguymanto, Golden Cherries, or Uchuva.
You know it best as the Golden Berry. Typically, it is consumed raw (dried variety) and is indigenous to South America, particularly Peru, Ecuador, Chile, and Columbia.
Golden Berries grow in individual protective husks, and when dried, their skins become almost translucent and fibrous. They are packed with many, many seeds.
Benefits
Tart and delicious, goldenberries are high in phosphorous, calcium, and vitamins A, C, B1, B2, B6, and B12. These B-complex vitamins are essential for your metabolism. For a fruit, they are also extremely high in protein (16%).
Goldenberries are reported to:
- • Increase metabolism
- • Promote digestion
- • Help control diabetes
- • Clean the blood
- • Aid in the treatment of the prostate gland
History & Ancient Uses
Like many modern day super fruits, Golden Berries were consumed by South Americans only casually and sold occasionally in markets.
Golden Berries were also used in folk medicine to help with the following: asthma, edema, optic nerve disorders, throat afflictions, upset stomach, and various skin conditions.
Golden Berries Today
Studies suggest that Golden Berries incorporated into a healthy diet show many digestive, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits.
Golden Berries contain: Fiber, Protein, Phosphorous, Vitamin A, Vitamins C, B2, B6, and B12.
Unique Flavor Profile
Golden Berries have an extremely unique taste – they’re sweet and tart. Add that to its soft and chewy texture, and you’ve got an appealing treat for the whole family!
Kids love them because they’re kind of like Nature’s sweet and sour candy, but with ALL the pros and NONE of the cons.
