Rich in antioxidants

Antioxidants are chemicals that aid in the battle against the effects of free radicals. These are reactive chemicals that induce cellular damage and result in oxidative stress. Many illnesses and premature aging are linked to oxidative stress. Antioxidant-rich diets may lower the risk of some cancers, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and aging, and protect your brain from a degenerative illnesses.

Gooseberries are high in antioxidants, including vitamin C and trace quantities of vitamin E, as well as phytonutrients. Plants create phytonutrients to stay healthy and to defend themselves from UV damage and insects. Some of the phytonutrients in gooseberries include:

• Flavonols: These are associated with heart health and may have anti-stroke, cancer-fighting, and antiviral properties. Quercetin, myricetin, kaempferol, and isorhamnetin are the most common kinds found in gooseberries.
• Anthocyanins: These compounds are the colored pigments in fruit, and they’re associated with eye and urinary tract health, improved memory, healthy aging, and a lower risk of some cancers.
• Aromatic acids: In gooseberries, these include caffeic, chlorogenic, coumaric, hydroxybenzoic, and ellagic acid.