Golden Berries – Physalis, Incaberry, Cape Gooseberry or Pichuberry

The golden berry is often referred to by many names. It originally grew in South America but has since been grown in Europe and South Africa.

Golden Berry – Physalis Peruviana

Physalis is the species of plant which grows in Peru, thus the name. In the United States, we commonly referred to it by its easier to pronounce name, golden berries.

Other golden berry names include:

• Cape gooseberry
• Pichuberry
• Incaberry
• Physalis
• Ground cherries
• Poha Berry
• Chinese lantern

How to Eat Golden Berries

Fresh gooseberries tend to have tart, sour taste. Although some people to eat them raw, many will eat the dried gooseberry which is the more popular way it is sold in the states. With the tart taste, often it is used in foods with sugar added such as pies or jams.

Benefits – Are golden berries good for you?

Golden berries offer many positive health benefits. Here is a list of them along with all the nutrients found in this Cape gooseberry.

• Improves memory
• Reduces stress
• Increases metabolism
• Builds muscle
• Neutralizes the hazardous free radicals
• Promotes healthier eyes and skin
• Improves bone strength
• Good for teeth health
• Helps regulate and treat diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol
• Some cancer studies have used them as treatment for liver cancer

Nutrients

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
• Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
• Vitamin C
• Iron
• Calcuim
• Melatonin
• Potassium

Where to Buy Golden Berries

Fresh golden berries may be hard to come by in some regions, especially when they are not in season. However, the dried goldenberry can usually be found at health stores. You can also purchase dried golden berries online.

Golden Berry Side Effects

The golden berries are relatively safe as long as you are not allergic to berries. Anyone with berry allergies should consult their doctor before taking them.

Another reported adverse reaction is eating them raw in nature can be dangerous. The unripe fruit is considered to be poisonous and has caused death in cattle that ate them.

Golden Berries FAQ