Yes, these dark chocolate covered berries are healthy. They are filled with antioxidants, iron, magnesium, vitamin C, fiber, and so much more. This is a dessert or snack you can feel good and confident about eating. Plus, even your kids will devour them.

Established in 1954 as Brookside Farms, in 1960 it became a confectionary company, still honouring its agricultural roots by focusing on nuts and fruits. It wasn't until 1988 that the magic ingredient was added to the mix: chocolate.

Where is BROOKSIDE chocolate made? BROOKSIDE chocolate candies are made in facilities in British Columbia and Quebec, Canada.

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In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Meenakshi Mohanty, Fitness Expert, shared, “Blueberries are low-calorie and nutrient-dense, providing Vitamin C-rich, antioxidant, and fibrous nutrition. They fight against oxidative cell damage, protecting from aging, cancer, diabetes and a range of other conditions.

Read on to discover the health benefits of blueberries:

• Potential health-protective benefits.
• May help manage blood pressure.
• May reduce the risk of heart disease.
• May help regulate blood sugar.
• May help maintain eye health.
• May support immunity.
• May reduce gastrointestinal symptoms.
• May ease urinary tract infection symptoms.

In December 2011, Hershey reached an agreement to acquire Brookside Foods Ltd., a privately held confectionery company based in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

The National Advertising Division has recommended that Hershey modify its packaging and advertising for Brookside candies so consumers know the product is made with fruit flavors and not real fruit.

The goal of changing the ads would be to make it more clear that the products are made with fruit flavors - not actual pieces of fruit. And, the NAD also has recommended that Hershey change the packaging of the product for the same reason.

Key Takeaways. The four top chocolate-producing countries are Germany, Belgium, Italy, and Poland. Belgium is one of the largest producers, and much of the chocolate is still made by hand.

Acai berries are rich in fatty acids, especially oleic, palmitic, and linoleic acids. Although acai berries contain very little total protein, they do contain 19 amino acids, as well as several sterols, including campesterol, stigmasterol, and beta-sitosterol.

Brookside Dark Chocolate, Acai & Blueberry Flavors - 7 Ounce Per Serving: 170 calories; 5 g sat fat (24% DV); 55 mg sodium (2% DV); 24 g sugars.

According to Dr. Bajaj, consuming more berries before menstruation leads to relief of PMS symptoms and reduced pain. Blueberries "balance the level of progesterone, which can increase fertility in women," Dr. Bajaj added.

The high vitamin C content found in blueberries helps regulate the menstrual cycle and improves ovarian functioning. Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) is especially important during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, when progesterone rises.

Here are a few reasons why blueberries are such a healthy option.

• Rich in antioxidants. Stress isn't good for your body - especially oxidative stress.
• Full of vitamins and minerals.
• Help manage cholesterol.
• Potentially help manage blood sugar.
• Potentially reduces blood pressure.

Brookside Dairies was established in 1993 by members of the Jomo Kenyatta Family, including his son Uhuru Kenyatta, who was elected President of Kenya in 2013.