Vitamin C
26.2 Milligram in 100 grams of Red Raspberry
9.7 Milligram in 100 grams of Blueberry
Fiber
7 Grams in 100 grams of Red Raspberry
2.4 Grams in 100 grams of Blueberry
Antioxidants
A substance that protects cells from the damage caused by free radicals (unstable molecules made by the process of oxidation during normal metabolism). Free radicals may play a part in cancer, heart disease, stroke, and other diseases of aging. Source: National Cancer Institute.
Glycemic Index
The glycemic index (GI) is a scale that ranks a carbohydrate-containing food or drink by how much it raises blood sugar levels after it is eaten or drank. Foods with a high GI increase blood sugar higher and faster than foods with a low GI. Red Raspberries and Blueberries have a Choose Most Often score of 55 or less. Source: Diabetes Canada.