Raspberry contains vitamin A and E and also antioxidants.Also it is riched in polyphenolic, flavonoid substances such as lutein,betacarotene in small quatities. These compounds act like protectors agains free radicals resulted from the use of oxygen and reactive oxygen ROS which have an important role in aging and other illnesses. Raspberry has an important capacity in the absorbtion of radicals from the oxygen of aproximatelly 4900µm TE for 100g. These fruits have also an important quantity of minerals such as: potassium, manganese, copper, iron and magnesium. Potassium is an important component of the cells and body fluids and it helps in controlling heart rhythm and blood pressure. Manganese is used by our bodies as a co factor for the strong antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase. Copper has an important roloe in producing red cells. Raspberries are also rich in the vitamins complex B like B6, B3, B2, folic acid and vitamin K. These vitamns help the body to metabolise fats, proteins and carbohydrates.