« Back to products list Common Name: Red Raspberry
Botanical Name: Rubus idaeus
Growing Area: Thought to be native to parts of Asia, the Red Raspberry has made its way and is now extremely well known and grown throughout Europe and America.

General Info:
Typically the bush grows to a height of about four to five feet. Amongst its many thorns and green leaves lies an attractive, nutrient-rich plump red berry. Red Raspberry is made up of dozens of juicy drupelets packed with goodness.

Nutrients & Applications:
Red Raspberries are extremely rich in antioxidants. This natural blend of antioxidants present in Red Raspberries is especially noted for the high ORAC value. Raspberries possess almost 50% higher antioxidant activity than strawberries, three times that of kiwis, and ten times the antioxidant activity of tomatoes. They are packed with vitamin C and are an excellent source of fiber, manganese and pectin. The oil from Raspberry seeds is rich in Vitamin E and Omega-3 fatty acids. Red Raspberries also are a good source of vitamin A and B2, folate, selenium, iron, niacin, magnesium, potassium, copper and essential oils. Raspberry fruit extracts contain significant amounts of the phytochemical ellagic acid, as well as other antioxidants that may support healthy functions of the liver and other organs. Red Raspberries are rich in minerals and vitamins that promote healthy hair, skin, nails, bones and teeth. The significant amounts of the soluble fiber pectin may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Red Raspberries have high amounts of ketones. Ketones are compounds known to alter the lipid metabolism and assist in weight management. *