. .......osehips are the fruit of the rosebush. If the rose's blossoms are left on the plant and allowed to drop their petals, they will form a seedpod at the base of the rose flower that is known as the rosehip. Wild roses typically have superior rosehips, since they haven't been bred for opulent flowers. Rosehips have a tangy, yet sweet, flavor and can be used fresh, dried, or preserved. For centuries, Native Americans have been using rosehips as tea, and more recently used to make jams and jellies.

With an increasing consumer demand for natural and flavorful functional foods, rosehips have attracted attention because of their health promotional potential. From a health perspective, rosehips are best known for their high content of vitamin C. There is approximately 1,700 mg of C in 100 gm of dried rosehip – a significant amount more than what is in an orange. Rosehips have natural occurring chemicals – bioflavonoids, coming from the natural pigment of the fruit – which are essential to human health. As a group, bioflavonoids are reputed to have numerous health benefits including lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease, reducing the growth of cancer cells, osteoporosis, even assisting in weight loss. There are many health benefits as a result of their antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-allergenic properties – overall enhancing the immune system. Rosehips also have vitamins A, D and E. As an herbal remedy, rosehips are attributed with the ability to prevent urinary infections, and assist in treating dizziness and headaches. Rosehip oil is also used in soaps and lotions as the oil plays a vital role in tissue growth and collagen production.

In European history, the rosehip has been used in cordials, puddings and perfumes, not only because of its nutritional value, but because of its sweet and delicate flavor. Now, at L.A. Burdick Chocolate, we introduce you to our rosehip creations. Burdick's chocolates are already healthy chocolates, so with our rosehip creations how can you possibly go wrong?




" ... a Rose by any other name would smell as sweet."
                                               - William Shakespeare