Blueberries vs Gooseberries – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing blueberries to gooseberries, we picked the gooseberries.

Why?

Surprise! Probably. We’re betting that blueberries will get a strong majority vote in our “this or that” quiz, on account of their admittedly well-earned reputation for being very healthy.

However…

In terms of macros, blueberries have slightly more carbs while gooseberries have about 2x the fiber; an easy first-round win for gooseberries.

In the category of vitamins, blueberries have more of vitamins B2, B3, and E, while gooseberries have more of vitamins A, B1, B5, B7, B9, and C, scoring another win in this round.

Looking at minerals, blueberries have more manganese and zinc, while gooseberries have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and selenium, winning tidily in this round as well.

In other considerations, both are great for polyphenols but blueberries do have more, so that is a point in blueberries’ favor.

Still, adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for gooseberries, but do enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!

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