Raw raspberries

• Raspberries are a hybrid species of the rose family which includes apples, apricots, and peaches.
• Raspberries originated in Europe and were first cultivated for food around 2000 years ago.
• There are hundreds of species of raspberries which can be placed into one of three basic groups: red raspberries, black raspberries, and purple raspberries.
• The most popular variety is red-raspberry, which is the result of hybridization between European raspberry and American raspberry.
• Despite yellow or golden in color, yellow raspberries are actually special forms of red or black raspberries.
• Raspberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese, and fiber.
• Raspberries contain high amounts of beneficial plant compounds and antioxidants.
• Raspberries contain high amounts of the B-complex group of vitamins, vitamin-K, and vitamin-E.
• Raspberries have a low glycemic index (GI).
• Xylitol is a low-calorie sugar substitute extracted from raspberries which absorbs into the blood more slowly.
• Raspberries may cause serious allergic reactions in some individuals.
• As with other fruits raspberries should not be washed until consumption, otherwise they could blemish and mold.
• Raspberries should be stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator in a container to reduce air circulation.