Organic Goldenberries (Physalis)

General Description

Physalis are small orange fruits covered with a transparent white corolla. Our physalis are dried, round and wrinkled – not to mention, they are very tart.

Origin

There are many kinds of physalis, all from different parts of the globe including Europe, Asia, Central America. Almost every continent has its own variety! PRANA’s physalis come from Peru.

Nutritional Benefits

Physalis is a good source of flavonoids, phosphorus, pectin and vitamins A, C, B1, B2, B6 and B12. They are also exceptionally rich in protein (16% of your daily value) compared to other fruits. Physalis were widely used in Europe as treatments for kidney stones and a variety of liver problems. In Quebec, physalis were used to fight against harsh fevers and as a diuretic to treat hepatitis and rheumatism.

Uses

Physalis is delicious snack for anyone who loves acidic foods. You can add them to your smoothies, cookies, muffins, bars or for energy in your sauces! You can also infuse 50g of berries (a handful) into 1L of water!