White currant is a less known sister of popular red and blackcurrant. Interestingly, it belongs to one of 150 different currant species. These bushes come from the eastern regions of North America, but you can is also meet in Europe, Asia. In Poland, it is grown mainly in home gardens, although even there is seen less and less often.
White currant shrubs are small, but heavily branched. It blooms in April, and after that, fruit groups appear on the shoots. You can eat them in July and early Augustbecause that’s when they ripen. The fruits are spherical and small. They collect up to 40 pieces.
White currant has a characteristic aroma. Its taste is Sweet and sour with a characteristic currant note. It is more delicate than its red or black balls. It is more refreshing.
White currants are tiny, which makes them inconspicuous. Inconspicuous, because although small, they hide large amounts of valuable ingredients. They are responsible for their positive effect on the body ingredients such as:
- vitamin A,
- vitamin C,
- vitamin E,
- B vitamins (B1, B2, B9),
- phosphorus,
- potassium,
- sodium,
- magnesium.
What’s more, it is a dose of antioxidant compounds, pectin, organic acids, routine. As a result, such a composition ensures a number of health properties for health. White currants will be good at:
- Heart work support – these fruits will regulate cholesterol, blood pressure, lipid management; can protect against the development of atherosclerosis, heart attack, heart failure; Potassium dose will prevent heart disorders such as palpitations;
- digestion – white currant contains large amounts of dietary fiber, responsible for the proper functioning of the intestines; will stimulate the secretion of gastric acids, facilitating the digestion of fatty dishes; will help in maintaining the correct bacterial microflora of the intestines and in slimming;
- Memory and brain work – regular consumption of white currant can improve memory, concentration, cognitive functions; will facilitate regeneration after high stress and quick falling asleep; In addition, it may reduce the risk of depressive or anxiety conditions;
- resistance – antioxidant compounds will stop the harmful effects of free radicals, affect the body anti -inflammatory and antiviral, protecting against disease attacks.
Such a mixture of health -promoting properties makes white currant the fruit recommended for seniors. Allergy sufferers can also reach for it because it does not contain any dyes.
The white currant tastes great after breaking from the bush. Just rinse it and snack. It can be added as an add -on for pancakes, porridge, yogurt with granola. We will decorate it desserts, jelly, cakes, cakes.
In addition, white currant is an excellent ingredient for preserves. It contains a lot of pectins, which are a natural gel agent, making it an ideal basis For home jam, jam. Plus through its acidity refreshing compotes.
Source: abczdrowie.pl, Terazpoczy.pl
