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Believed to have originated in Eastern Asia centuries ago, raspberries have long been valued for their health and curative qualities. In ages past, raspberries were used for treating sore throats and ailing eyes. So it shouldn’t be surprising that today, this famous little berry’s ability to treat these ailments as well as improve overall health, vitality, and immune efficiency has been proven time and again through scientific research and nutritional study.
It is the rich concentration of Ellegiac Acid, especially prevalent in Washington State’s Meeker red raspberry, that holds the greatest preventive promise. USA’s Hollings Cancer Institute has conducted clinical tests that indicate that this naturally occurring plant phenol may be the most effective naturally occurring chemical for preventing and even curing prostate, breast, cervical, pancreatic, esophageal and colon cancers.
Red raspberries also contain Salicylic Acid, which is believed to have protective effects, similar to aspirin, in preventing heart disease in those at high risk or who have heart disease..
Raspberries get their brilliant color from natural chemicals called Anthocyanins, antioxidants that researchers are currently linking to improving vision and circulation, controlling diabetes, reducing the effects of aging and even preventing cancer. Additionally, red raspberries are rich in the flavonols, Quercetin and Catechins, anti-carcinogens and antioxidants that are believed to be effective against allergies and have been proven to support the antioxidant defense system, which may slow the aging process.
Everyone loves them simply—on cereal, with skim milk, straight from the box, and in shakes and smoothies. And culinary artists simply love them—in sauces and glazes, garnishes and salads. Sold fresh, IQF, block frozen, frozen puree and in various juice concentrations—beautiful, delicious, and healthy raspberries are yours for the picking.
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