Might it have to do with the anti-inflammatory properties? Same as garlic?
Components of physalis:
Phytosterols, which may act as antioxidants [1]
Linoleic acid, which may also as an antioxidant [1]
Oleic acid [1]
Palmitic and stearic acid [1]
Tocopherols, which may have antioxidant activity and act as a source of vitamin E [1]
Beta-Carotene, which is a source of vitamin A [1]
Vitamin K [2]
Withanolides, which are a group of naturally occurring steroids that may have anti-inflammatory effects"The calyx of the goldenberry, or the outer protective casing it grows in, may have anti-inflammatory properties. In a study of rat colon cells, goldenberry extract decreased inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IL-10, and IL-1B) and COX-2 transmission [10]."
https://supplements.selfdecode.com/blog/goldenberries/