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Sun Dried Golden Berries - Organic
About Product
Organic sun-dried Golden Berries are a type of fruit native to South America, also known as Incan Berries, Cape Gooseberries, and Physalis.
They have a tart and sweet flavor and can be eaten raw or cooked. Golden berries are a source of dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and potassium.
They have been around for centuries; they were a favorite snack of the Incan people and were used by Native Americans.
Today, sun-dried golden berries are a popular ingredient in many recipes and make a great addition to salads, smoothies, and cereals. They can also be used in baking, as a topping for ice cream, and as a sweetener in desserts.
Constituents of Golden Berries include:
- Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper
- Vitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Zeaxanthin
- Phytochemicals: Elaidic-Acid, Kaempferol, Physalien, Phytin-Phosphorus, Tartaric-Acid
- Fatty Acids: Linoleic-Acid
Suggested Uses: Eat one small handful (1 oz) per day. Add to smoothies, salads, desserts, yogurt, or cereal. Use in homemade trail mixes or energy bars.
Mixing suggestions: To increase flavor and nutritional profile, combine with our raw almonds and organic goji berries.
Botanical Name: Physalis.
Other Names: Cape Gooseberries, Incan Berries, Incaberries, Inca Berries.
Ingredients: Raw Sun Dried Golden Berries.
Origin: Grown and dried in Peru and packaged with care in Florida, USA.
Certifications: Certified USDA Organic.
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