Phytochemicals and Medicinal Uses of Red Raspberry: A Review

In western countries, Red Raspberry is the most common fruit used for its medicinal and therapeutic activity. Red raspberries are the good sources of antioxidant polyphenols which have wonderful preventive action against chronic diseases. Ellagitannins and anthocyanins are the most important polyphenolic components of raspberries that have most effective anti-oxidant action. Besides secondary metabolites i.e. phytochemical in the form of polyphenols, Red Raspberries also have presence of various crucial micronutrients like fibers, vitamin C and potassium. Although literature shows very few human studies, we review and summarize some available writings that clarify the potential health benefits and antioxidant action of major polyphenols of red raspberries.