27/09/2015

Raspberries

  • Delicious raspberries are low in calories and fats. They are a rich source of dietary fibre, and antioxidants. 100 g berries hold just 52 calories but provide 6.5 g of fibre (16% of daily recommended intake).
  • Raspberries have significantly high levels of phenolic flavonoid phytochemicals such as anthocyanins, ellagic acid (tannin), quercetin, gallic acid, cyanidins, pelargonidins, catechins, kaempferol and salicylic acid. Scientific studies show that the antioxidant compounds in these berries play a potential role against cancer, aging, inflammation, and neuro-degenerative diseases.
  • Fresh raspberries are an excellent sources of vitamin-C, which is also a powerful natural antioxidant. 100 g berries provide 26.2 mg or about 47% of DRI of vitamin C. Consumption of fruits rich in vitamin C helps the human body develop resistance against infectious agents, counter inflammation, and scavenge harmful free radicals.

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