Black chokeberry (arónia)is a fruit that belongs to the list of superfoods. That is, plant products that contain a very large amount of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants necessary for maintaining human health.
Aronia does not accumulate heavy metals, therefore its fruits are considered free from all types of contamination and are safe to consume in raw form.
Black chokeberry has a health-beneficial effect due to the fact that it contains a number of active factors such as: vitamins B2, B6, C, E, P, PP, anthocyanins, phenolic acids, tannins and flavonols, as well as minerals: manganese, copper, cobalt, boron and iodine.
The composition of aronia also includes rosveratrol, pectins, fiber, proteins and carbohydrates.