Organic Zante Currant
450gr - 1lb

Benefits

This product lowers blood lipids and risk of cardiovascular diseases, treatment for menopause and boosts immunity. Also has culinary uses, baking uses, pudding uses and mincemeat. Also eaten raw. Unlike black currants, Zante currants are not a significant source of vitamin C.

Contains

The fruit contains a lot of nutrients, high concentrations of anthocyanins, polyphenolics, anti oxidants, calcium, potassium and linolenic acid.

 Instructions and how to use

For people with glaucoma, 50 mg daily for 24 months. For people with high cholesterol use up to 3.6 gr oil daily for 6 weeks.

Side effects

This fruit is safe at recommended doses. Some side effects such as soft stools, mild diarrhea, intestinal gas and headache may occur. Along with grapes and raisins, Zante Currants are nephrotoxic to dogs. This toxicity manifests as renal failure and can be seen in relatively small doses.

Restrictions

There are no restrictions or risks for this herb. Juice, leaves and flowers are safe when eaten in food products. Oil is safe too.

Drug interactions

There is no information on drug interactions for this product.

Pregnancy and lactation

If pregnant or breast feeding , it's best to avoid use , just to be safe.