Blackberries
Blackberries (Rubus Fruticosus) (aka: brambles, and dewberries) are soft, black, mushy fruits composed of a cluster of many round small balls which can sometimes contain seeds.
Health benefits of Blackberries
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Blackberries
Look for bright vibrant blackberries which show no signs of stickiness, wilting, or molding. Try to get a sample to taste.
Climate and origin
Perhaps native to both Europe and North America, blackberries grow best in temperate to sub-tropical climates (zones 5-8 in the U.S.). Certain varieties have been adapted to grow in even warmer or cooler conditions.
Taste
Depending on type and variety, blackberries can have a mushy sweet taste to a gritty sour/bitter taste.
Miscellaneous information
Blackberries were known in the time of ancient Greeks who valued them for their medicinal properties believing they alleviated pains of the throat and mouth, and that they could prevent gout.
Similar tasting produce
Blueberries, Raspberries,
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 43 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.49g | 1% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 1mg | 0% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 9.6g | 3% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 5.3g | 19% | ||
| Total Sugars 4.9g | 10% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 1.4g | 3% | ||
| Vitamin C 21mg | 23% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 0.62mg | 3% | ||
| Calcium 29mg | 2% | ||
| Potassium 162mg | 3% | ||
| Phosphorus 22mg | 2% | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||