Raspberries are delicious little berries that hold a ton of nutritional value!

What is it that makes them so great for maintaining your body’s health?

Did you know there are multiple types of raspberries? That’s right! Raspberries come in all kinds of shapes and colors, but the most popular is the familiar red raspberry. Red raspberries are delicious fruits that taste both sweet and tart at the same time and are a seasonal delicacy for the summer and fall. They are one of the most filling fruits due to their high fiber content and they are an excellent source of vitamin C, but what are some of the other health benefits of raspberries?

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Raspberries are Low in Fats

Raspberries are an awesome low-fat alternative for anyone planning their meals! The majority of fats in a serving of raspberries is polyunsaturated, meaning they are especially low in saturated fats, or the “bad” kind of fats! Polyunsaturated fats are useful in promoting good heart health as well as brain health and mental-wellness! 

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Raspberries are Cholesterol Free 

Raspberries are also great for cardiovascular health since their nutritional value helps to significantly lower overall cholesterol levels. In fact, raspberries’ high fiber content contributes to reducing cholesterol and blood pressure levels as much as 1% per 1-2 cups. 

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Raspberries are Gluten Free

For many people with or without gluten intolerances, cutting out gluten from the daily diet can help to improve a lot of aspects of your health! Granted, most fruits and vegetables are gluten free, but that doesn’t mean raspberries aren’t worth mentioning! It can be very difficult to find food that fit within the gluten-free diet for those with dietary restrictions such as celiac disease, but there are definitely delicious food options out there (like raspberries!). 

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Raspberries are Sodium Free

Reducing the amount of sodium you ingest on a regular basis can not only help with managing your health in the present, but it can also help with preventing cardiovascular issues in the future. High sodium intake leads to increased risk for hypertension, which can contribute to a number of other health issues, but regularly eating low-sodium foods can help prevent this! It’s very hard to find foods low in sodium, which makes raspberries, being sodium-free, a rare find! 

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a serving of raspberries provides:

• 106 grams water
• 1.5 grams protein
• .8 grams fat
• 8 grams total dietary fiber
• 30 mg calcium
• 14.7 grams carbs
• 64 calories

And much more! These are only a few of the incredible benefits of raspberries and they are a delicious treat to eat as a snack or add to your favorite recipes for a sweet and fruity taste!

We hope you enjoy this guide to the health benefits of raspberries. If you tried incorporating more raspberries into your regular diet, make sure to let us know! For more recipes, follow us on social media and make sure to check out our weekly blog posts where we share our new favorite recipes and must-know facts about food and living a healthy lifestyle! Check out the other meal options Mealfit provides such as our Weekly Specials, Individual Meals, and other Meals by the Pound.