25 Different Types of Berries- Why You Should Be Eating - 6. Boysenberry

in blurt •  3 years ago 

Boysenberry

Aggregate fruit, with large seeds and a deep maroon color.
It is a cross between raspberry and blackberry.
#Taste: sweet, tangy, floral

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Health benefits:

#Boysenberries—a cross between a raspberry, blackberry, dewberry and loganberry—are packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Research shows that they can help lower blood pressure and aid in preventing fat absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.
#Since they have lots of antioxidants like other berries, boysenberries can help you maintain a healthy brain and protect against cognitive aging, cell damage and Alzheimer’s.

Characteristics

#Boysenberries grow on low, trailing plants and are characterized by their soft texture, thin skins, and sweet-tart flavor.
#Mature fruits leak juice very easily and can start to decay within a few days of harvest

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