Raspberry
Osmotic dried raspberries can be used in a wide range of applications, from snacking and baking to adding to cereals or smoothies. They can also be used as an ingredient in a variety of food products, such as jams, sauces, and baked goods.
Osmotically dried raspberries
Raspberries are juicy, delicious and one of the most popular fruits around the world. Rich in antioxidants, which include ellagic acid, vitamin C, catechins, etc., raspberries have nutritional benefits that help the body fight against various diseases and keep it young.
Love raspberries but can’t find fresh ones every time you want? Store the dried varieties. Dried raspberries have as many nutrients as fresh ones. Raspberries can be dried and stored for quick consumption with morning cereal or for preparing pastries, you can soak them in water to taste fresh. They are also excellent with fresh yogurt and are fantastic as a snack or snack.
Let’s talk about raspberries in numbers. A cup of dried raspberries (123 g) has only 63 calories and is rich in vitamin C (54% RDA), manganese (41% RDA), vitamin K (12% RDI) and other essential minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and copper. A cup of raspberries contains about 8 g of fiber and 14.7 g of carbohydrates.
Let's see what these berries can do for your health:
- Increases brain power. Daily consumption of raspberries is good for the overall health of the body, especially in children and the elderly due to its neuroprotective effects. In studies conducted on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, it was determined that neuroinflammatory processes in the brain play a crucial role in the development of these diseases. This is also the case with certain types of stroke. Raspberry is rich in flavonoids that have the potential to protect neurons from neurotoxin-induced injury, suppress neuroinflammatory diseases, and improve memory, learning, and cognitive function. Flavonoids have also been found to enhance beneficial effects on memory and learning, making raspberries an excellent source of nutrients for young children in the early stages of brain development.
- Raspberries fights against cancer and chronic diseases. They are rich in antioxidant vitamin C, which is the perfect armor against esophageal cancer, the tenth most common malignancy and the eighth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. They are also rich in a phytochemical called ellagic acid, which can fight various types of cancer such as breast, lung and skin cancer. Raspberries are also a good source of fiber that helps prevent colon cancer.
- Regulates blood sugar levels. These berries for breakfast seem to be the right approach to controlling blood sugar levels. Raspberries are low in calories and high in polyphenols, which is the perfect recipe for regulating blood sugar after a meal. These berries are also rich in dietary fiber, which studies show is beneficial in treating type 2 diabetes.
- Raspberry acts as an anti-aging agent. Who wouldn’t want to stay young and healthy longer? Sun exposure can damage your skin faster. Studies show that antioxidants can prevent signs of photo-induced aging like pigmentation. Raspberries are rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C and ellagic acid, which slow down the aging process by reducing oxidative stress in the body. Raspberry also has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
- Improves eyesight. Not enough can be said about the health benefits of antioxidants in raspberries. They keep your eyes healthy. Raspberries have an antioxidant called zeaxanthin that can prevent eye damage caused by UV radiation. This antioxidant, which is most abundant in raspberries, also helps prevent damage to the macula caused by exposure to UV radiation.
Raspberries are good for your gut. One way to help your body stay healthy is by keeping your gut in optimal condition. What better way to do this than by including fiber-rich foods in your diet?
The soluble fiber in raspberries slows down the digestion process giving your body enough time to absorb all the nutritious food and keeping you full. Food rich in dietary fiber is a good shield against colon and rectal cancer. This helps prevent constipation and any discomfort associated with it. Most importantly, fiber is essential for a healthy gut microbiota, which in turn aids the digestive process.