This study aimed to evaluate the ch

This study aimed to evaluate the chemical composition, identify the bioactive compounds and measure
the antioxidant activity present in blackberry, red raspberry, strawberry, sweet cherry and blueberry
fruits produced in the subtropical areas of Brazil and to verify that the chemical properties of these fruit
are similar when compared to the temperate production zones. Compared with berries and cherries
grown in temperate climates, the centesimal composition and physical chemical characteristics found
in the Brazilian berries and cherries are in agreement with data from the literature. For the mineral composition,
the analyzed fruits presented lower concentrations of P, K, Ca, Mg and Zn and higher levels of Fe.
The values found for the bioactive compounds generally fit the ranges reported in the literature with
minor differences. The greatest difference was found in relation to ascorbic acid, as all fruits analyzed
showed levels well above those found in the literature.