Aronia melanocarpa berries are small, dark berries that have become popular with consumers who want to be health conscious.

Greek dried aronia berries of high nutritional value. This fruit in recent years has become one of the most popular superfoods and not unjustly. You can add it to oatmeal, muesli, salads and of course eat it as a snack at any time of the day.

What are aronia berries?

They are considered one of the richest sources of antioxidants, which is said to offer many health-promoting properties. These compounds help protect your cells from potentially harmful molecules called free radicals. Aronia berries have a particularly high content of anthocyanins, which give their berries a dark blue to black color ( 1 ).

They are grown in Greece and can be found in various forms – fresh, dried , frozen, even in powder form . In our store you can find them in dried form (this product) and in powder form here .

Nutritional value and benefits for our health

It is high in fiber , vitamins C, A and E , manganese , folic acid , and is an excellent source of beneficial antioxidants , which help protect cells from free radicals that damage the body’s biomolecules.

Dried aronia fruits are low in calories and thus are suitable for any diet. They can benefit heart health and help people with metabolic syndrome . Aronia berries have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects , supporting the immune system and heart health. They have traditionally been used by Native Americans as a medicine for colds.

Beneficial health benefits of aronia berries:

• They contain powerful antioxidants . These compounds protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals. An accumulation of free radicals can cause oxidative stress, which can lead to chronic conditions such as heart disease and cancer ( 2 ).
• May have anti-cancer effects . ( 3 ) Animal studies show that anthocyanins in aronia berries can stop the growth of cancer cells ( 4 , 5 , 6 ). Likewise, berry extracts can reduce the oxidative stress associated with breast cancer. However, current research is limited and studies in humans are needed to evaluate the relationship between chokeberry berries and cancer protection.
• They can benefit heart health. Due to their antioxidant properties, aronia berries can improve heart health ( 7 , 8 ). In particular, it can help people with metabolic syndrome, a complex of conditions – including high cholesterol and triglycerides – that increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes ( 9 , 10 ).
• Aronia berries can strengthen and support your immune system ( 11 ).
• Aronia berries can have antiviral properties.

How can you enjoy them?

You can add them to many foods and beverages such as yogurt, smoothies and juices to add something extra to the mouthfeel. You can also easily add them to your muffins, jams and sweets!

Aronia is cultivated for its fruits because they have a very high content of antioxidant pigments, such as anthocyanins, as well as being a good source of vitamin C. The taste of dried aronia fruits is unforgettable, they start with a slightly sweet and sour taste that becomes astringent as you chew. These amazing berries are ideal for those who like forest fruits and go well with yogurts, fruit salads, muesli, but can be added to cooking recipes such as stews for special flavors.

Ingredients: Organic aronia

Store in a cool, dark and dry environment.

Aronia berries have a stiff taste, so you may not want to eat them yourself. Instead, you could add them to foods and beverages such as yogurt, smoothies and juices.