Raspberry juice

RASPBERRY JUICE: DETAILED INFORMATION

The raspberry (Rubus idaeus L., Rosaceae family) is native to Europe and is believed to originate from Mount Ida in Greece (hence the species name idaeus)¹. It is a shrubby plant that can grow to two metres, flowers between May and June and its fruits, the raspberry, are red in colour².

Raspberries are rich in fibre, vitamin C and phenolic compounds such as ellagic acid, ellagitannins, anthocyanins, cyanidins and hydroxycinnamates^{1, 3}. It also contains a high quantity of other vitamins, such as niacin, folic acid and vitamin E, and numerous minerals such as iron, magnesium and phosphorus¹.

Raspberries contain a significant amount of ellagic acid ³, a phytonutrient with antioxidant properties that helps to reduce inflammation from arthritis, and improves skin elasticity, vision and brain function⁴.

Finally, raspberries have restorative and fortifying properties² and drinking raspberry juice may help to delay the early onset of atherosclerosis⁵. Its low sugar content, combined with its high fibre, vitamin and antioxidant molecule content, make raspberry juice an excellent low calorie drink with high nutritional value.

How to consume our raspberry juice?

Raspberry juice can be consumed on its own or diluted in water (1 part juice to 4 parts water). You can add sugar, honey, stevia to taste, to give it a touch of sweetness. Shake before using.