Raspberries ripen after the strawberries and before the blueberries.
Raspberries have a compound called: ellagitannin, which is a potent antioxidant, a health-protective compound with potent anti-cancer activity. Raspberries have double the antioxidants than strawberries.
The harvest of the raspberries begins with a refreshing tonic from Dr. Weil.
Rosemary Raspberry Lemonade. A beautiful refreshing drink infused with the flavor of rosemary.
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| the ingredients for the fusion of herbs,flowers and fruit. |
Recipe:
1 quart water, boiling
1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves
2-3 lemons
1/4 cup sugar/honey/agave nectar
1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
edible flowers
Make a rosemary infusion by pouring the boiling water over the fresh rosemary and let steep for ~ 20 minutes. Add the sweetener, cut-up lemons and ice. Garnish drinks with raspberries and flowers.
Use Basil blossoms, calendula, lavender, rose petals or nasturtiums.
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a great healthy drink to begin the summer months |
all provide protective compounds for us. Enjoy.
Yum!! That looks delicious. Definitely something I'll to try, although the ingredients won't be quite as fresh : ) Nice pineapple, to!
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