Fresh rasberry's, to my surprise, have more fiber in them than sugar, and our relatively low in calories. 1/2 cup yields only 30 calories, 7 carbs, 3 sugars, and 4.2 grams of fiber. Not bad and quite tasty in my opinion.
For those who are concerned about fruit consumption, consider eating all the berry varieties; strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc. I'll throw them in my shake frozen or fresh, although frozen is a better choice if you're making Ultra Size or Muscle Provider ice cream. The only time I won't consider eating them might be the final week preceding a show, otherwise they are potent anti-oxidants and have a natural thermogenic effect. The insoluble fiber contained in berries reduces the calorie absorption from most foods without sacrificing the nutrient content of the meal itself.
Aram N. Hamparian Pro Natural Bodybuilder
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