Red currants are little vitamin bombs. They contain a number of vitamins in high concentrations, so you can cover your daily requirements with just a few berries. What effect do the slightly sour berries have on he alth?
What he alth effects do red currants have?
Red currants promote he alth through their high content of vitamins C, A, B, E and K as well as minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium and copper. They strengthen the immune system, improve skin, hair and eyes and can help with colds or venous diseases.
These active ingredients contain red currants
In addition to many vitamins, red currants contain important minerals:
- Vitamin A=1.4%
- Vitamin B 2, 3 and 6=1 to 4%
- Vitamin C=41%
- Vitamin E=0.5%
- Vitamin K=17%
- Calcium=3.6%
- Iron=6, 6%
- Potassium=13%
- Copper=6, 7%
- Phosphorus=4, 4%
- Selenium=1, 2%
- Zinc=1.3%
The vitamin C content in the berries is particularly high. 100 grams of fresh red currants contain more vitamin C than, for example, lemons.
Red currants help against these complaints
Because of their high vitamin C content, red currants are effective against colds and flu-like infections. The immune system is strengthened by the vitamins.
In addition, by consuming red currants you provide your body with important minerals that have a positive effect on eyes, hair, skin and general well-being.
Currant leaves are effective against venous diseases
The leaves of the red currant are traditionally used in natural medicine for venous diseases.
The effect of blackcurrant seed oil
A valuable pumpkin seed oil is obtained from the seeds of the red currant. It contains gamma-linolenic acid, which plays an important role in the treatment of skin problems.
Consume red currants as fresh as possible
The ingredients of red currants suffer from long storage or even heating. So enjoy the delicious fruits as fresh as possible - ideally directly from the red currant bush in your own garden.
Red currants can be processed in different ways. The food then only contains a few vitamins. The minerals, which are also important, are largely retained. That's why there's nothing wrong with occasionally enjoying red currants as cooked compote or jam.
Tip
The black varieties are even he althier than red currants. The leaves of the blackcurrant also contain flavonoids, anthocyanins, diterpenes, tannins and essential oils, which, when drunk as tea, are effective against urinary tract problems and mild pain.
