The Aguaymanto (Physalis peruviana L) is a shrub, native to the Peruvian Andes, known as a native fruit since the time of the Incas.

It is characterized by being an excellent source of provitamin A (3,000 I.U. of carotene per 100 g) and vitamin C. It also has B complex vitamins in addition to protein (0.3%) and phosphorus (55%).

Currently, it has an important use for therapeutic purposes, because according to experts it helps purify the blood, tones the optic nerve and relieves oropharyngeal conditions.

It is recommended for people with diabetes of all kinds, it favors the treatment of people with prostate problems thanks to its diuretic properties and it is also used as a natural tranquilizer due to its flavonoid content, it also serves to control amebiasis.

Benefits

• Amoebiasis: Control amoebiasis.
• Asthma: Fight asthma.
• Bronchi: Relieves bronchial problems.
• Calcium: Helps with the formation of teeth and bones.
• Mental fatigue: Combat mental fatigue.
• Cholesterol: Lowers cholesterol levels in the blood.
• Depression: Fight depression.
• Diabetes: Consume the fruit of the aguaymanto as it has a substance similar to insulin.
• Aging: Consuming this prevents aging.
• Throat: Relieves throat problems.
• Wounds: Promotes wound healing.
• Menopause: Relieves the characteristic symptoms of this period.
• Menstruation: Relieves menstrual cramps.
• Prostate: It favors the treatment of people with prostate problems thanks to its diuretic properties.
• Sinusitis: Combat sinusitis.
• Immune System: Strengthens the immune system