Physalis, the plant rich in vitamin C that supports skin and whole body health
Posted by Ivatherm
Physalis is a vitamin-rich plant with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that offer numerous benefits to overall body health. Physalis fruit extract is used in cosmetic products that help treat acne, as well as those that slow down the aging process. Used as an active botanical ingredient, Physalis fruit extract restores collagen fibers and protects the skin from the harmful effects of infrared radiation and blue light.
In this article, you will discover what Physalis is, its properties, and how it can support the immune system, skin, and bone health, and even prevent chronic diseases.
Table of Contents
What is Physalis?
Physalis angulata is a fruit from the Solanaceae family. Originally from South American countries (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile), Physalis now thrives in several warm climates.
The fruit is cherry-shaped or similar to a cherry tomato and is no more than 2 centimeters in diameter. Its taste resembles certain tropical fruits, such as pineapple and mango, with a sweet-sour flavor. The fruit's seeds are small and, like tomatoes, are edible.
Physalis is a fruit that can be eaten raw, in cooked dishes, or as jams or jellies. It is a rich source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients.
Physalis angulata extract is used, due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, in various cosmetic products: from face creams and body lotions to sun protection products.
Sunlight Moisturizing face cream SPF50+ is the first product to offer 360° sun protection for sensitive, dry, and dehydrated skin. Thanks to its sun filters, Physalis fruit extract, and other natural ingredients, this Ivatherm brand product protects skin cells from the mutagenic effects of ultraviolet radiation and prevents premature skin aging.
Skin is a complex organ that primarily serves to protect the body. The epidermis hosts all sorts of bacteria, some of which are beneficial for the skin. However, others, such as Cutibacterium acnes (previously known as Propionibacterium acnes), which contribute to acne, are harmful to the body. Due to its antibacterial properties, Physalis extract is used in cosmetic products that help alleviate acne symptoms. Physalis can also reduce redness, itching, and skin inflammation, giving it a healthy appearance.
Properties of the Physalis plant
Physalis extract mainly contains phytosterols, lipids, vitamins and minerals. Phytosterols are compounds found in the cell membranes of plants, similar in structure to cholesterol, which have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory effects and contribute to supporting the immune system.
Physalis extract is used in both skin care cosmetics and products used to maintain scalp and hair health.
The active ingredient reduces dandruff and promotes hair growth.
Contributes to slowing down the natural aging process of the skin by stimulating the production of collagen, the most abundant protein in the human body.
At the same time, Physalis extract has immunomodulatory properties, thus influencing the body's immune response:
Controls antibody activity
Prevents inflammatory cells from multiplying.
In addition, the active ingredient reduces intradermal inflammation and regulates intradermal temperature, offering protection against infrared rays and visible light.
Benefits of the Physalis plant for general health and skin
The Physalis fruit is an excellent source of essential nutrients for the proper functioning of the body. It contains, among others, calcium and vitamin C, necessary for maintaining skin and bone health, as well as vitamin A, beneficial for preserving eye health.
Physalis supports the proper functioning of the immune system
Physalis is a food source rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps the body fight harmful free radicals, stimulating the immune system. And, because a healthy immune system is the best defense mechanism for the body against viruses and bacteria that can affect all organs, including the skin, it is necessary for the body to receive the required intake of vitamin C, which can be obtained from Physalis fruit, included in the diet, or through local application of cosmetic products containing the extract from this plant.
Additionally, vitamin C plays an important role in increasing collagen production, which maintains skin elasticity and firmness and supports wound healing. For this reason, Physalis fruit extract is used in cosmetic products for skin care.
Physalis contributes to fighting inflammatory conditions
Physalis contains natural steroids called withanolides. These can help combat inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis and lupus.
Also, animal studies have shown that Physalis peel extract reduced inflammation in mice with inflammatory bowel disease, who had lower levels of inflammatory markers in their tissues.
Scientists are also studying how withanolides can target and kill certain cancer cells.
Physalis supports bone health
Consuming Physalis fruits contributes to the daily calcium intake. This mineral is essential in forming and maintaining bone mass. Moreover, calcium plays an important role in certain bodily functions, such as muscle contraction, heart rhythm regulation, and hormone production.
Physalis fruits contain a chemical called niacin or vitamin B3, which can intensify blood flow in certain parts of the body. Therefore, Physalis fruits can help with joint mobility and reduce joint pain, being beneficial for people suffering from arthritis.
Physalis reduces the incidence of certain types of cancer
Like blueberries, Physalis fruits have antioxidant properties that contribute to slowing down the aging process and reducing the incidence of some types of cancer. Antioxidants protect and repair damage caused by free radicals, those molecules associated with aging and certain types of diseases, such as cancer.
In addition, laboratory studies have shown that the phenolic compounds in the fruits block the growth of cancer cells in the breast and colon.
The fruit peel has almost three times more antioxidants than their pulp. Furthermore, antioxidant levels are very high when the fruits are ripe.
Physalis can maintain eye health
Another benefit of the Physalis plant is its high content of vitamin A, which has proven effective in maintaining and improving eye health.
Physalis contains lutein and beta-carotene, along with several other carotenoids, known for preventing eye diseases. A diet rich in carotenoids reduces the risk of suffering from age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness.
Also, being a rich source of phytosterols and carotenoids, Physalis protects the skin from the harmful effects of blue light.
Physalis fruit has a low calorie and fat content but is rich in nutrients that contribute to maintaining skin health and the entire body. The extract used in cosmetic products restores collagen fibers and, due to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties, protects the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation and blue light, reduces symptoms associated with acne, and slows down the natural aging process.
Echipa Ivatherm
Conținutul IvaStories este creat de echipa Ivatherm, brand romanesc de dermatocosmetice fondat de Dr. Rucsandra Hurezeanu. Produsele Ivatherm sunt formulate cu Apă Termală Herculane și sunt testate dermatologic, recomandate de medici specialiști.
Physalis, the plant rich in vitamin C that supports skin and whole body health
Physalis is a vitamin-rich plant with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that offer numerous benefits to overall body health. Physalis fruit extract is used in cosmetic products that help treat acne, as well as those that slow down the aging process. Used as an active botanical ingredient, Physalis fruit extract restores collagen fibers and protects the skin from the harmful effects of infrared radiation and blue light.
In this article, you will discover what Physalis is, its properties, and how it can support the immune system, skin, and bone health, and even prevent chronic diseases.
Table of Contents
What is Physalis?
Physalis angulata is a fruit from the Solanaceae family. Originally from South American countries (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile), Physalis now thrives in several warm climates.
The fruit is cherry-shaped or similar to a cherry tomato and is no more than 2 centimeters in diameter. Its taste resembles certain tropical fruits, such as pineapple and mango, with a sweet-sour flavor. The fruit's seeds are small and, like tomatoes, are edible.
Physalis is a fruit that can be eaten raw, in cooked dishes, or as jams or jellies. It is a rich source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients.
Physalis angulata extract is used, due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, in various cosmetic products: from face creams and body lotions to sun protection products.
Skin is a complex organ that primarily serves to protect the body. The epidermis hosts all sorts of bacteria, some of which are beneficial for the skin. However, others, such as Cutibacterium acnes (previously known as Propionibacterium acnes), which contribute to acne, are harmful to the body. Due to its antibacterial properties, Physalis extract is used in cosmetic products that help alleviate acne symptoms. Physalis can also reduce redness, itching, and skin inflammation, giving it a healthy appearance.
Properties of the Physalis plant
Physalis extract mainly contains phytosterols, lipids, vitamins and minerals. Phytosterols are compounds found in the cell membranes of plants, similar in structure to cholesterol, which have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory effects and contribute to supporting the immune system.
Physalis extract is used in both skin care cosmetics and products used to maintain scalp and hair health.
At the same time, Physalis extract has immunomodulatory properties, thus influencing the body's immune response:
In addition, the active ingredient reduces intradermal inflammation and regulates intradermal temperature, offering protection against infrared rays and visible light.
Benefits of the Physalis plant for general health and skin
The Physalis fruit is an excellent source of essential nutrients for the proper functioning of the body. It contains, among others, calcium and vitamin C, necessary for maintaining skin and bone health, as well as vitamin A, beneficial for preserving eye health.
Physalis supports the proper functioning of the immune system
Physalis is a food source rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps the body fight harmful free radicals, stimulating the immune system. And, because a healthy immune system is the best defense mechanism for the body against viruses and bacteria that can affect all organs, including the skin, it is necessary for the body to receive the required intake of vitamin C, which can be obtained from Physalis fruit, included in the diet, or through local application of cosmetic products containing the extract from this plant.
Physalis has an anti-aging effect
The benefits of vitamin C for the body are numerous, contributing, among other things, to slowing down the skin aging process, as well as improving the appearance of wrinkles and pigment spots.
Additionally, vitamin C plays an important role in increasing collagen production, which maintains skin elasticity and firmness and supports wound healing. For this reason, Physalis fruit extract is used in cosmetic products for skin care.
Physalis contributes to fighting inflammatory conditions
Physalis contains natural steroids called withanolides. These can help combat inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis and lupus.
Also, animal studies have shown that Physalis peel extract reduced inflammation in mice with inflammatory bowel disease, who had lower levels of inflammatory markers in their tissues.
Scientists are also studying how withanolides can target and kill certain cancer cells.
Physalis supports bone health
Consuming Physalis fruits contributes to the daily calcium intake. This mineral is essential in forming and maintaining bone mass. Moreover, calcium plays an important role in certain bodily functions, such as muscle contraction, heart rhythm regulation, and hormone production.
Physalis fruits contain a chemical called niacin or vitamin B3, which can intensify blood flow in certain parts of the body. Therefore, Physalis fruits can help with joint mobility and reduce joint pain, being beneficial for people suffering from arthritis.
Physalis reduces the incidence of certain types of cancer
Like blueberries, Physalis fruits have antioxidant properties that contribute to slowing down the aging process and reducing the incidence of some types of cancer. Antioxidants protect and repair damage caused by free radicals, those molecules associated with aging and certain types of diseases, such as cancer.
In addition, laboratory studies have shown that the phenolic compounds in the fruits block the growth of cancer cells in the breast and colon.
The fruit peel has almost three times more antioxidants than their pulp. Furthermore, antioxidant levels are very high when the fruits are ripe.
Physalis can maintain eye health
Another benefit of the Physalis plant is its high content of vitamin A, which has proven effective in maintaining and improving eye health.
Physalis contains lutein and beta-carotene, along with several other carotenoids, known for preventing eye diseases. A diet rich in carotenoids reduces the risk of suffering from age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness.
Also, being a rich source of phytosterols and carotenoids, Physalis protects the skin from the harmful effects of blue light.
Physalis fruit has a low calorie and fat content but is rich in nutrients that contribute to maintaining skin health and the entire body. The extract used in cosmetic products restores collagen fibers and, due to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties, protects the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation and blue light, reduces symptoms associated with acne, and slows down the natural aging process.
Echipa Ivatherm
Conținutul IvaStories este creat de echipa Ivatherm, brand romanesc de dermatocosmetice fondat de Dr. Rucsandra Hurezeanu. Produsele Ivatherm sunt formulate cu Apă Termală Herculane și sunt testate dermatologic, recomandate de medici specialiști.