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ENVIRONMENTAL NUTRITION: The Blackberry: Enjoy summer's antioxidant powerhouse

By Lori Zanteson, Environmental Nutrition on

Popular in juices, jams, desserts and even wine, fresh blackberries are a versatile gem when added to most any dish, from cereals, yogurt and salads to smoothies, quick-breads, a savory soup or a sauce for lean poultry and meats.

NOTABLE NUTRIENTS

Blackberries, 1 cup raw

Calories: 62

Dietary fiber: 8 grams (31 percent Daily Value)

 

Vitamin C: 30 mg (50 percent DV)

Vitamin K: 29 mcg (36 percent DV)

Manganese: 0.9 mg (47 percent DV)

(Environmental Nutrition is the award-winning independent newsletter written by nutrition experts dedicated to providing readers up-to-date, accurate information about health and nutrition in clear, concise English. For more information, visit www.environmentalnutrition.com.)


 

 

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