Raspberry

Raspberry is a fruit native to Europe and Northern Asia, though it is now cultivated worldwide. It is a soft, aggregate fruit composed of many small drupelets. Raspberries are typically eaten fresh or used in jams, jellies, and desserts.

Raspberries are primarily used to provide a distinct fruity flavor and aroma in a wide variety of food products. They are commonly found in candies, chocolates, baked goods like cookies and biscuits, and beverages. Manufacturers use them to enhance the taste and appeal of sweet products.

Raspberries are a source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated raspberries and their components. While generally considered healthy, excessive consumption of raspberry-flavored products might lead to high sugar intake depending on the product's formulation.