Review of the Report on the Nutritional and Health-Promoting Values of Species of the Rubus L. Genus

Kamil Buczyński (), Magdalena Kapłan and Zbigniew Jarosz
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Kamil Buczyński: Institute of Horticulture Production, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, 28 Gleboka Str., 20-612 Lublin, Poland
Magdalena Kapłan: Institute of Horticulture Production, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, 28 Gleboka Str., 20-612 Lublin, Poland
Zbigniew Jarosz: Institute of Horticulture Production, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, 28 Gleboka Str., 20-612 Lublin, Poland

Agriculture, 2024, vol. 14, issue 8, 1-22

Abstract: The genus Rubus encompasses over 1000 species, including raspberries and blackberries, known for their rich nutritional and health-promoting properties. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the nutritional values, health benefits, and potential medical and pharmaceutical applications of Rubus species. The fruits, roots, shoots, and leaves of these plants are distinguished by their high content of polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals, which contribute to their potent anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-neurodegenerative, and anti-cancer effects. The diverse phytochemical profiles of the Rubus species support their use in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain cancers. Additionally, the Rubus species are valuable as pharmaceutical raw materials due to their bioactive compounds. Despite the focus on a few widely cultivated species, numerous wild and lesser-known Rubus species offer significant untapped potential as functional foods, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. Future research should explore the detailed mechanisms of their bioactivities, develop effective extraction and formulation techniques, and integrate these findings into public health strategies. The genus Rubus represents a promising resource for enhancing human health and nutrition, as well as for pharmaceutical and medical applications, justifying increased cultivation and utilization of species from this genus.

Keywords: raspberry; blackberry; black raspberry; polyphenols; health; yellow raspberry (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q1 Q10 Q11 Q12 Q13 Q14 Q15 Q16 Q17 Q18 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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