Recent News about
Raspberries
Three to four servings of berries every week
Berries are number six on the six super foods every woman needs, according to a recent article by Colette Bouchez posted on line at WebMD. To read the article, CHICK HERE.
New study reveals power of fruit juice to fight heart disease
The University of Glasgow has announced that a study by Alan Crozier, Professor of Plant Biochemistry and Human Nutrition at the university, has shown that drinking fruit juices and tea may help reduce the incidence of heart disease in humans. CLICK HERE to open the PDF file of the study.
Raspberries and Human Health: Time for Recognition
Doctors Venket Rao and Dawn Snyder of the Department of Nurtitional Sciences at the University of Toronto say that dietary guidelines around the world recommend increased consumption of fruits and vegetables for the prevention of chronic diseases. They note that "red raspberries are among the most popularly consumed berries. In addition to their attractive color and appealing flavor, red raspberries contain several essential nutrients and beneficial phytochemicals." To read their white paper, click here.
Fact Sheets concerning raspberries and health
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- Aging & Cognitive Function
- Research suggests that the polyphenolic compounds found in berry fruits may exert protection against age-related deficits in cognitive and motor function.
- Cancer
- The American Cancer Society recommends eating five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables a day for cancer prevention and raspberry consumption is certainly part of this general recommendation.
- Cardiovascular Health
- It turns out that in addition to fitting into general preventive health guidelines, raspberries are superior to some fruits and vegetables because of their unique nutrient content.
- Obesity, Weight Management & Diabetes
- As a low calorie, high fiber food, raspberries have an important positive effect on satiety, the feeling of fullness, and consequently, can play a role in weight management by helping people to eat less food.
- Health Research Summary
- There is a significant body of scientific data that supports numerous health benefits of consuming raspberries and a greater consumer interest in and appreciation for eating foods that promote health and wellness.
Anthocyanins linked to improved cholesterol levels
by Stephen Daniells
8/3/2009 - Increased intakes of antioxidant anthocyanins may improve levels of HDL and LDL cholesterol,
according to results of a new human study with 120 people. CLICK HERE to go to complete article.
The growth of brand 'antioxidant'
by Stephen Daniells
3/10/2009 - In food, and in supplements, ‘antioxidant’ is something of a catch-all, encompassing a mind-boggling number of phytochemicals, both phenolic compounds and flavonoids, as well as the more well-known vitamins C and E, and beta-carotene. CLICK HERE to go to complete article.
Research Results Show Raspberries Rank High with Consumers
Consumers say raspberries are a favorite fruit, in fact an impressive number two, second only to strawberries. Fruits including bananas, apples, blueberries and watermelon all trail behind the tart-sweet Rubus Idaeus (red raspberry). CLICK HERE for the complete article.
Survey Supports Raspberry’s Rise as Ingredient
Smoothies, desserts, and yoghurts are benefiting from growing consumer awareness of health benefits of raspberries in North America, according to a new consumer survey. The national survey of 1500 consumers ranked raspberries second behind strawberries in order of preference for consumers. The respondents ranked 13 fruit including blueberries, cranberries, bananas, apples and watermelon. CLICK HERE for the complete article.
The Universe Might Taste Like Raspberries
Scientists searching space for evidence of amino acids, the molecules that are basic to life, found instead a substance called ethyl formate, a chemical responsible for the flavor of raspberries. CLICK HERE to go to the complete article.