Botanical name: Ribes nigrum
Other name: blackcurrant, cassis, or their official species name, Ribes nigrum
Dietary supplements featuring black currant extracts are readily accessible. Black currant oil, a component of these supplements, is rich in gamma-linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid known for its inflammation-reducing properties. Moreover, black currant berries, often consumed as a whole food, boast significant levels of anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant.
Medicinal Uses:
- Blood flow
- Immune system
- Eye health
- Gut health
- Kidney health
