The healing power of physalis
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Physalis is a plant native to Mexico, where at least 46 physalis species grow wild. There are species that originate in Europe or Asia. It produces an orange fruit which is slightly smaller than a cherry tomato. Just like the tomato, there are small seeds in the physalis that you can eat. The fruit is covered in its old flower and that is how it is often sold. A physalis plant can reach a height of 40 centimeters to three meters. They need a hot climate. In our regions the plant dies back after the summer. Only some Chinese varieties can survive the winter.
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Characteristics physalis Production physalis Traditional cures physalis Nutritional value physalis Scientific studies of health and physalis Naming physalis Physalis in cancer Weight Loss Aid
Features physalis
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The physalis is also known in the Netherlands and Belgium under the name lantern plant. Its exterior is reddish-orange and the berry is orange. It is an ornamental plant with an edible fruit. Not only the plant is used as a decorative means; the fruit is also decorative on or with a meal. Physalis is related to the tomato; it belongs to the nightshade family. The physalis is a beautiful fruit because it grows inside a flower. This flower has been closed for a long time but will open nicely during its lifetime. It prefers to grow in warm places and in our climate you can only admire it in summer. About 95 species of physalis are known.
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11 minMain dishpeanut oil, tofu stir-fry cubes finely seasoned, stir fry sauce sweet and sour, thick noodles, carrot julienne, beetroot julienne, yellow bell pepper, watercress,rainbow salad with tofu -
45 minMain dishRed cabbage, mild olive oil, quinoa plus, forest outing, lemon, sesame oil, soy sauce less salt, Bio Today tahini white in pot, tap water,grilled red cabbage with quinoa salad -
30 minDessertBrie, Roquefort, port salut, gruyere, Camembert, walnut, garlic, thyme, honey, grape, baguette, Red onion, red grape, raisins, Red wine, Red wine vinegar, Brown sugar,generous cheese plate with onion marmalade -
30 minDessertFull Milk, whipped cream, macaroon, custard powder, vanilla sugar, sugar, protein, amaretto, almond liqueur, basic recipe cooking pears,macaroon pastry with casserole
Production physalis
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Physalis is mainly produced in South America, Africa, Indonesia and India. There are also commercial production areas in Australia, New Zealand, China, Kenya, Southern France and the USA Physalis is mainly cultivated for the consumption of the berry and its medicinal use. Sometimes, however, the physalis is grown to serve as a dried flower. It is especially beautiful when you can see the vein structure of the flower with a bright orange berry in it (see photo). The vein structure is slightly firmer than the surrounding plant material, which is more likely to rot. If you are lucky you can find these in your own garden during the fall, if you had physalis as an ornamental plant in the garden in the summer.
Traditional ways of healing physalis
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Physalis has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine as a traditional medicine for malaria, asthma, hepatitis, dermatitis and rheumatic diseases. In South America, for flu and sore throats, the dried fruit was put in water and boiled, after which the water was drunk three times a day. The same recipe is used in folk medicine for diabetes. The pulp will break during cooking, but it is good to leave it in the water and use it again the second and third times in a day. Drinking infusion was also considered healing for lung problems.
Nutritional value physalis
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There are many different physalis types. These all have different percentages of nutrients. That is why it is difficult to give an exact overview of the vitamin percentages. It is quite possible to give a rough indication. You can assume that there is a lot of vitamin C and vitamin A in physalis. It also contains a lot of vitamins B1, B3, iron and phosphorus. Its main phytonutrient contains creaxanthin, which, along with vitamin A, is an antioxidant that is especially beneficial for the eyes.
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5 minDrink without alcoholbananas, cool fresh apple-pear raspberry juice, Soy drink vanilla,soy fruit shake -
20 minMain dishsauerkraut, sticking potato, liquid baking product, half-to-half minced, Spice meatballs, pineapple, olive oil, liquid baking product,gratin sauerkraut dish with minced meat -
40 minMain dishlemongrass, fresh ginger, Red peppers, onions, tomato cubes, fresh cod fillet, coriander, oil, ground turmeric (koenjit), coconut milk, salt,fish in creamy coconut sauce -
15 minSide dishsweet potato, soft goat cheese, egg, spring / forest onion,stuffed sweet potato with egg
Scientific studies of health and physalis
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Scientific studies into the healing power of physalis are recently being carried out. The first studies indicate a strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effect. It would help with all kinds of cancers, including the least easily treatable form of cancer, lung cancer. Furthermore, according to exploratory studies, it shows activities in diabetes and high blood pressure. It also has a protective effect on the liver. However, many of the traditional healing methods of physalis have not yet been confirmed or denied by scientific research.
Naming physalis
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The origin of the Latin name of physalis is not entirely clear. Physalis means 'bladder' but it is not known if there was any traditional medicine for the bladder. Lampion plant, the name in Dutch makes sense because it resembles a lamp or lantern with a paper-like sphere on the outside. The fruit is then the light source. In English, physalis is called Cape gooseberry. Cape refers to Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. The plant does not come from there, but its frequent use there inspired the giving of this name. After the plant arrived in South Africa, it was shipped to Australia and later to New Zealand.
Physalis in cancer
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Physalis angulate has been shown in scientific research to eliminate 89 to 93% of three cancers in the kidneys within 48 hours. Physaline F is the name of the substance that caused apoptosis or sudden death of the cancer cell, according to a Chinese study published in 2012. The researchers conclude that physaline F is a promising drug in cancer that is worth it. to be investigated further.
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20 minMain dishTasty vine tomato, (olive oil, fresh basil, onion, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, zucchini spaghetti, pumpkin spaghetti, mini buffalo mozzarella,lukewarm pumpkin and zucchini spaghetti -
15 minSide dishtraditional olive oil, curry powder, wheat flour, coconut milk, sambal oelek, chicken broth tablet, water, fresh mango,curry sauce with mango -
30 minMain dishtraditional olive oil, lean ground beef, frozen Mexican wok vegetables, salsa sauce mild, taco shell, grated young cheese, creme fraiche,Mexican vegetable in tacos -
95 minMain dishmaize chicken, lemon, coarse sea salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, thyme, zucchini, tomatoes (small to), black olives without pit,provençal chicken with zucchini and tomatoes
Weight Loss Aid
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Physalis can aid in weight loss. There are only 53 calories in 100 grams of physalis. That means it is difficult to gain weight. It contains a lot of fiber and it makes you feel full so it is easier to leave food. Physalis is only an aid for people who want to lose weight; you don't automatically fall off because the metabolism is accelerated or something like that. That does happen with lemon.