Writing Challenge-Thursday June 26, 2014

Write a case for your favorite fruit.

Sweet, juicy, red, full or antioxidants the raspberry needs to be a household staple worldwide. The berries have species on at least 5 continents and 400,000 metric tons are produced world wide each year.  If you don't like red raspberries you can eat one of the other 200 species of berries.  Raspberry enthusiast know the importance of the "brambles" or prickly thorny stems to protect the plant. 

Some research has shown that raspberries date back 2,000 years ago in Europe as one of the earliest berry crops.  Containing antioxidants and anti-cancer properties these little berries pack a punch!  The are high in vitamin C, anti-inflammatory, and rate low on the Glycemic Index. "The Glycemic Index is a measurement on carbohydrates-containing foods and their impact on our blood sugar."

Raspberries are the perfect sweet treat to top a desert or just eat by themselves.  They should be in ever household in some version to improve our health.  With a selection of over 200 species it shouldn't be hard to fine one that is perfect for you and your family.

Facts Resource: The World's Healthiest Foods Website:  whfoods.org

Raspberry Bramble