Raspberries


One-cup of raspberries (123g) provides a top source of fiber, as well as an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese for just 64 calories. This same serving supplies a good source of vitamin K and an abundance of phytochemicals, such as ellagic acid, which research shows may help combat the oxidation - the rust, if you will - of our cells. In fact, a study from the USDA ranked raspberries 10th in total ORAC score out of over 100 common foods. This might help explain why UCLA researchers found that raspberry extract helped inhibit the growth of several kinds of cancers, including oral, breast, colon and prostate.

How to Store

Store (preferably in a single layer) in a moisture proof container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.

Usage Tips

Raspberries are picked when ripe and do not ripen after harvesting. Select raspberries that are plump, fresh looking and consistent in color. The color of red raspberries can vary from dull and dark to bright and shiny, depending on the variety. Avoid bruised, wet or mushy-looking berries.

How to Select

Raspberries are very fragile, therefore rinse lightly just before serving.