High in nutrients
Aronia berries are low in calories but pack a nutritional punch, as they’re high in fiber, vitamin C, and manganese. Just 1 ounce (28 grams) of Aronia berries provides the following nutrients:
- Calories: 13
- Protein: .4 grams
- Fat: 0.1 grams
- Carbs: 2.7 grams
- Fiber: 1.5 grams
- Vitamin C: 10% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Manganese: 9% of the DV
- Vitamin K: 5% of the DV
The berries also supply folate, iron, and vitamins A and E. Plus, they’re an excellent source of beneficial antioxidants, which help protect your cells from potentially harmful molecules called free radicals. Aronia berries are particularly high in anthocyanins, which give the berries their dark blue to black color