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Sunday, March 04, 2012

Blackcurrant juice

Blackcurrant is the most popular product in the juice drinks sector, in which it accounts for 25% of sales.

Blackcurrant juice is readily available and is healthier of it does not contain added sugar have up to one glass per day.

Blackcurrant rich in beta-carotene, vitamin C, and E, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium.

The juice of blackcurrant is produced and consumed extensively because of its high vitamin C content. The content is far greater than redcurrant, approximately 500mg per liter.

Vitamin C promotes fat metabolism and is vital for the eyes, teeth and bones. In addition vitamin C stimulates immunological resistance and can act as a detoxicant for certain mutagenic and carcinogenic compounds.

Blackcurrant juice is not only a delicious drink but also a very valuable medicinal agent, particularly if the unsweetened native juice is taken.

A glass of unsweetened blackcurrant juice diluted with water and sweetened with stevia is excellent for strengthening the bladder and alleviating urinary tract infections.

The juice also prevent pathogenic bacteria from adhering to the adrenals.

Blackcurrant juice can be concentrated to 65 ° Brix. This concentrate usually has 16-18% acidity as citric acid.
Blackcurrant juice

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