Heart Month’s Harvest of the Month is Raspberries
Hidden within raspberries’ sweet and fruity flavors is an abundance of heart-healthy nutrients and antioxidants.
Raspberries are brimming with antioxidants, which help support heart health and reduce inflammation throughout the body. They are also an excellent source of manganese, which promotes bone and skin health and helps regulate blood sugar.
The bright color and sweetness of raspberries make them naturally appealing, and you can enjoy eating them right from the package; just give them a rinse before eating them. You can also include raspberries in cereal, oatmeal, muffins and fruit salad. If you have kids at home, spark their interest in raspberries by serving them in a colorful fruit salad.
Due to their soft flesh, raspberries can be more prone to mold than harder fruits, so it’s important to know how to pick and store raspberries for maximum freshness. Select raspberries that are a vibrant red color and fairly firm. They should not be smooshed or bruised. Store them in your refrigerator in the package they came in, and only rinse them immediately before eating them since moisture will lead to quicker spoilage.
Frozen raspberries are also a great option because they are often frozen at their peak ripeness. You can enjoy frozen raspberries in smoothies, baked goods and as a breakfast topping.
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