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10 Berry Health Benefits

More Than Just A Pretty Taste

Perfectly sweet and slightly tart, Oregon raspberries and blackberries burst with summer flavor. Our berries taste delicious and they're also very good for you. Here are just 10 of our favorite Oregon berry health benefits.

1.

The Sweet, Smart Treat

Blackberries and raspberries are naturally sweet, but low in calories. In fact, one cup has around 60 calories!

2.

Vitamin C Superstar

Just one cup of blackberries has 30 milligrams vitamin C or about 40% of the RDA for men and women. While calcium is important for bone health, vitamin C is also crucial for building and maintaining strong bones. Plus, vitamin C helps your body absorb iron and can speed up healing.

3.

Fiber Filled

The blackberry is a drupelet (a cluster of fruit, like a bunch of grapes). The seed inside each druplet helps boost the fiber content. Fiber can help lower cholesterol, increase the feeling of fullness after meals and prevent or treat constipation. 1 cup of blackberries has a whopping 8 grams of fiber or around 30% of the daily fiber recommendation for men and women.

4.

A Better Way to Get Vitamin K

Blackberries are a good source of vitamin K. Vitamin K helps with bone strength and healthy blood coagulation.


5.

Antioxidant Powerhouse

Antioxidants work to fight free radical damage in the body and both blackberries and raspberries have some of the highest antioxidant levels of any food!

6.

Good For Gums

Blackberries contain gallic acid, rutin and ellagic acid, compounds that may have antiviral and antibacterial properties that help kill oral bacteria so keep on munching!

7.

Brain Booster

Blackberries get their dark, rich color from anthocyanins, compounds that may protect the brain from oxidative stress and reduce the effects of conditions like dementia.

8.

Fabulous with Phenols

Ripe blackberries have been shown to have significantly more beneficial phenolic compounds (like anthocyanins) than underripe berries. These compounds may help prevent CVD and cancer.

9.

Terrific with Tannins

Blackberries contain tannins, a natural chemical found in fruits that produces a bitter taste, and also boosts their nutrient content.

10.

Healthy Weight

There is growing evidence that blackberries may help protect against weight gain and obesity.

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Oh, this weekend will call for a few of these Blackberry Aronia Coconut Lime Margaritas by @mthopefarms ! This cocktail is made with their Blackberry Aronia Lavender Fruit Spread, pineapple juice, coconut cream, tequila and some fresh lime, quick shake and you have a delicious, refreshing cocktail!

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Oh, this weekend will call for a few of these Blackberry Aronia Coconut Lime Margaritas by @mthopefarms ! This cocktail is made with their  Blackberry Aronia Lavender Fruit Spread, pineapple juice, coconut cream, tequila and some fresh lime, quick shake and you have a delicious, refreshing cocktail!

📷 & recipe by @kaylajoycreative 

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We LOVE these Blackberry Cheesecake Popsicles by @recipestonourish - she uses all natural ingredients to make these brightly colored frozen treats for all ages to enjoy!

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We LOVE these Blackberry Cheesecake Popsicles by @recipestonourish - she uses all natural ingredients to make these brightly colored frozen treats for all ages to enjoy!

📷 & recipe by @recipestonourish 

https://www.recipestonourish.com/blackberry-cheesecake-popsicles/

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Need some brightness to kick off your week? These Blackberry Lemon Blondies by @platingsandpairings are like if lemon bars and blackberry pie had a baby. 💜🍋💜They’re moist and delicious with bits of blackberries running throughout. We promise you won`t regret making these, just thinking about them makes us happy. 🥰

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Need some brightness to kick off your week? These Blackberry Lemon Blondies by @platingsandpairings are like if lemon bars and blackberry pie had a baby. 💜🍋💜They’re moist and delicious with bits of blackberries running throughout. We promise you won't regret making these, just thinking about them makes us happy. 🥰

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This Blackberry Apple Crumble by @cakenknife is a simple, flavorful dessert that can be made any night of the week! Ready in less than an hour using frozen Oregon blackberries, this sweet treat is ideal for any occasion. Top it off with ice cream and enjoy it warm. 🥰

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This Blackberry Apple Crumble by @cakenknife is a simple, flavorful dessert that can be made any night of the week! Ready in less than an hour using frozen Oregon blackberries, this sweet treat is ideal for any occasion. Top it off with ice cream and enjoy it warm. 🥰

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