Jeongeup-si, Berry Varieties Begin Full-Scale Shipment in Season

[Jeongeup=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Jaegil] Jeongeup City in Jeonbuk announced on the 15th that the four-season berries are being shipped in full swing.

Bokbunja (Korean black raspberry), mulberry, raspberry, and blueberry grown in a pristine natural environment are not only good for health but also excellent in taste, gaining great popularity among consumers.

Berries contain a high amount of anthocyanin pigments, polyphenol compounds that produce red, purple, and blue colors, and are known to be effective in preventing diabetes when consumed in large quantities.

In particular, they contain phenolic acids and tannins, providing more antioxidants than any other fruit, helping with anti-inflammation, obesity suppression, and heart disease prevention.

Jeongeup Bokbunja is produced under optimal conditions such as high-quality soil and large temperature differences between day and night, and is evaluated to have superior taste and sweetness compared to other regions.

Rich in phytoestrogens that promote female hormone secretion, it alleviates menopausal symptoms and facilitates male hormone secretion, making it especially beneficial for middle-aged people.

The purple mulberry contains 156 times more resveratrol than grapes and 780 times more than peanuts, making it a spotlight health food for modern people.

Raspberry, known as San-ddal-gi in Korean, is a high-sugar, alkaline food rich in calcium and iron, tempting consumers' taste buds with its unique sweet and sour aroma and flavor.

Blueberry, selected as one of the top 10 superfoods by The New York Times, is known for its excellent antioxidant capacity and benefits for eye health.

A city official said, “Please take the lead in promoting a consumption culture where producers and consumers coexist by revitalizing the rural economy through the promotion of berry consumption, which is delicious and rich in nutrition.”

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