A TRUE
SUPERBERRY.
Boysenberries are a unique hybrid berry known for their rich nutritional profile and high concentration of bioactive compounds.
They contain powerful antioxidants, polyphenols, and naturally occurring plant compounds that contribute to their health benefits.
Higher antioxidant activity than blueberry
Studied for airway inflammation
High amounts
of polyphenols
Fibre and folate
Why are New Zealand Boysenberries Better?
The global production of Boysenberry is approximately 1,600 tons per year. First planted in the late 1930s, Boysenberry vines flourish in New Zealand’s exceptional growing conditions and today, New Zealand is the largest producer of Boysenberries in the world. New Zealand Boysenberries are grown in Nelson region as it has a temperate oceanic climate, with mild winters and warm summers. It is the sunniest region of New Zealand averaging an annual total of 2400 hours of sunshine.
Not only does New Zealand have clean air and water, ample sunshine and rich soil, it also has higher UV levels than other countries at similar latitudes. Ultraviolet intensities in the New Zealand summer are at least 37% higher than similar latitudes in the northern hemisphere.
More UV in the sunlight translates to more polyphenols in the plant’s leaves and fruit. Polyphenols have antioxidant properties, so a New Zealand-grown Boysenberry has higher antioxidant levels than a Boysenberry grown elsewhere.
20-26°C
summer
day time
temperatuRe
10-15°C
WINTER
day time
temperatuRe
12.7°C
MEAN MONTHLY
temperatuRe
2472 hours
ANNUAL SUNSHINE HOURS
960MM
annual
rainfall
nutritional value
of boysenberries.
Boysenberries provide a rich source of fibre and essential micronutrients, alongside naturally occurring plant compounds such as polyphenols and anthocyanins.
A typical serving (approximately one cup of frozen boysenberries) provides:
- Dietary fibre
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
- Folate
- Manganese
- Potassium and magnesium
These nutrients contribute to overall wellbeing, including normal immune function, protection of cells from oxidative stress, and maintenance of normal physiological processes.
Naturally
Rich in
Bioactive Compounds.
Boysenberries contain a wide range of polyphenols, including flavonoids such as anthocyanins.
These compounds are widely studied for their antioxidant properties and their role in supporting the body’s natural response to oxidative and environmental stress.
Antioxidant
Support.
The antioxidants found in boysenberries help protect cells from oxidative stress caused by normal metabolism and external factors such as pollution and lifestyle stressors.
Maintaining antioxidant balance is important for supporting tissue integrity and overall cellular health.
Support
for Normal
Inflammatory
Response.
Polyphenols in boysenberries play a role in supporting the body’s normal inflammatory processes.
By contributing to a balanced immune response, these compounds help maintain normal physiological function following everyday immune challenges.
Contribution
to Cardiovascular
Function.
The nutrients and polyphenols present in boysenberries are associated with supporting normal vascular function.
This includes contributing to healthy circulation and the maintenance of normal blood vessel function.
Source of
Dietary Fibre.
Boysenberries are a good source of dietary fibre, which supports normal digestive function and contributes to overall metabolic health.
Adequate fibre intake is also associated with maintaining normal blood lipid levels and supporting gut health.
Source of folate, manganese & fibre.
Per 100 g, frozen unsweetened boysenberries provide about 63 µg of folate and 0.5 mg of manganese (USDA). Folate contributes to normal blood formation and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Manganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
They are also a source of fibre, with about 5.3 g per 100 g.
Supporting
everyday
health.
Exposure to environmental factors such as air pollution, physical activity, and lifestyle stress can influence the body’s normal physiological balance.
The combination of antioxidants, polyphenols, and micronutrients in boysenberries provides nutritional support that helps the body maintain normal function under these conditions.
From
Nutrition to
Function.
In BerriQi®, these naturally occurring compounds are preserved and standardised to ensure consistent quality and functionality.
This enables their use in dietary supplements and functional foods designed to support respiratory health and overall wellbeing.
NZ APPLES – AN
ESSENTIAL COMPONENT OF BerriQi®.
The apple in BerriQi is grown in Hawkes Bay New Zealand and shipped directly to our factory (only two hours away) to be freeze dried and added to BerriQi.
The apple in BerriQi contributes procyanidins and quercetin that help dampen inflammatory signalling and reduce the recruitment of immune cells into the airways, supporting calmer, more comfortable breathing.
These apple polyphenols work synergistically with boysenberry anthocyanins to protect lung tissue over time, helping to limit mucus, scarring and long‑term damage from ongoing respiratory irritation.
