Blackcurrants: A Superfood - Nutrition

Bryce Lukes, General Manager of SuJon Berries in Nelson, New Zealand talks about their latest product development, the SuJon Blackcurrant Powder.

Latest research confirms that not only are New Zealand blackcurrant fruit the richest natural source of blackcurrant polyphenols available they also outperform acai, goji, pomegranate, grape seed, pine bark, bilberry and blueberry anti oxidant potency. The blackcurrant has a very wide unique range of antioxidants giving you the best defense against free radicals. When your DNA sustains an estimate of one million lesions every 24 hours theres definite reason to take this convenient high concentrate powder form of blackcurrant for you general health and well-being. Blackcurrant antioxidants can help lower the risk of numerous diseases and are also excellent for athletes

SuJon recommends you take 6g (one heaped teaspoon) of SuJons 100% * natural and 100% New Zealand made Blackcurrant Powder daily to feell good. If taking for sports performance we advise you consume before and immediately after exercise to support the cardiovascular system, help reduce fatigue and support muscle performance and recovery. Our New Zealand blackcurrants contain the highest levels of anthocyanins compared to any other variety grown in the world and this is due to high intensity natural UV light, a pristine environment, perfect growing conditions and unique varieties. These factors all combine to make New Zealand blackcurrants the richest source of blackcurrant polyphenolic compounds in the world. Research now indicates a key support role for anthocyanins, the polyphenolic class found in blackcurrant fruit, in metabolic and physiological processes essential to good health, well being and an active longevity.

These include
At the cellular level inhibitors of oxidative stress and DNA damage, key elements in the onset of cardiovascular disease, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinsons and Alzheimers.

In brain function enhanced cognitive performance, short-term memory and neurogenesis.

In eye function reducing eye lens opacity, visual fatigue and enhancing visual performance including acuteness in night vision.

In cardiovascular function supporting blood flow via a capillary vasodilatation response improving blood circulation to peripheral muscles, reducing muscle fatigue and the onset of soreness during and post exercise.

Not only are New Zealand blackcurrant fruit the richest natural source of blackcurrant polyphenols available they also outperform bilberry and blueberry in anti oxidant potency.

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