Raspberries

[Louise]

I’ve long been an advocate of the humble raspberry, there is nothing nicer than picking fruit directly from the plant and popping them into your mouth. The early summer brings us the opportunity to get our hands on this seasonal fruit that is grown locally, and for me, it doesn’t get more local than from my neighbours back garden - yes she does know
Here are some of the health benefits you can gain, whilst enjoying these little red berries:


Number one on the list should be their ability to help us fight cancer, the raspberries contain ellagic acid which acts as an antioxidant and deactivates specific carcinogens, and can also slow down the reproduction of certain cancer cells.


The anthocyanin compounds found in both the skin and the flesh play a pivotal role in reducing oxidative damage and inflammation related to cardiovascular disease, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease.


Raspberries can help in blood sugar, by controlling insulin balance. When berries are eaten alongside other foods they can also help to prevent Spikes in insulin that the other foods would cause. The perfect reason to add in raspberries to every meal


Boost eye health with the aid of the flavonoids and polyphenolic compounds


These little berries are packed with immune boosting benefits, so much so, they have been award the title of a ‘super fruit’

There are so many benefits to eating raspberries, as there are in eating any berry. Grab them while they are in season and local to you, although not necessarily from your neighbours garden



Raspberry Smoothie:

1 cup of raspberries
1 banana
1 cup of almond milk


Blend all ingredients together, enjoy