A new study finds that chokeberry extract inhibits weight gain in insulin-resistant animals and modulates multiple genes associated with adipose tissue growth, blood glucose regulation, and ...

Let's get that name out of the way first: It's true that some chokeberries ( Aronia ) are very astringent. However, there are great-tasting varieties that can be terrific additions to Northwest ...

Aronia melanocarpa, colloquially known as the black chokeberry, is a branching shrub species native to eastern North America. It belongs to the family Rosaceae and can be identified by its glossy dark ...

HIGH cholesterol is tackled mainly with statins nowadays, but research shows a number of foods may be as effective as medical treatment to reduce levels. According to one study, a small black berry ...

While elderberry from Austria, acai from the Amazon, maqui from Patagonia and sea-buckthorn berry from Northern Asia have all made headlines as super berries packed with nutrition, a lesser known ...

Drinking a chokeberry-rich juice daily may improve blood vessel function and prevent muscle loss during high-intensity training, offering a potential dietary strategy for people with pre-diabetes.

CANCER is a fast-growing disease, but the addition of superfoods to the diet may help quell tumour growth. One berry garnering scientific attention was found to reduce cancer cell growth by 60 percent ...

Move over acai — there’s a hot new superfood in town. The aronia berry — aka chokeberry — is now thought to be one of the most potent suppliers of cancer-fighting antioxidants in nature, according to ...

Aronia melanocarpa, or black chokeberry, is a superfruit offering remarkable health advantages. Its juice aids in managing blood sugar levels and supports healthy blood pressure. Rich in antioxidants, ...