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Blackcurrant

One of the richest fruit sources of vitamin C and anthocyanins, with seed oil supplying anti-inflammatory GLA.

Benefits

Key compounds

Anthocyaninsvitamin C (very high)gamma-linolenic acid (seed oil)polyphenolspotassium

May help with

Best for these goals

Antioxidantimmunityeye healthanti-inflammatory

How to use it

Cook into jams, cordials, and sauces, blend into smoothies, or bake — usually eaten cooked or sweetened

Evidence level

Nutritional

Cautions & interactions

Very tart raw; high natural sugar once sweetened into preserves
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