Blackberries are found in many different culinary treats such as sauces, syrups, wines, and jams. They can be consumed as a berry picked straight off the bush or as a supplement.
Blackberry fruit contains a multitude of beneficial polyphenols. Some of these include kaempferol, apigenin, leteolin, choloragenic acid, ellagic acid and anthocyanins.
What are Antioxidants?
Antioxidants are nutrients that protect our bodies against oxidative damage.
The term ‘antioxidant’ comes from the Greek word anti meaning ‘against’ and the English ‘oxidant’ meaning a substance that can cause oxidation. Oxidation occurs in our bodies everyday as part of our normal metabolic function. Oxidative stress can be exacerbated by poor diet, smoking, pollution, exposure to chemicals, and high levels of stress.