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2009 International
Berry Health Benefits
Symposium
Host Sponsors


CA Strawberries
ORBC
NC Research Center
OR Strawberry Commission
Blueberries
Sponsorship Information

2009 Berry Health Benefits Symposium

New abstracts from the successful 2009 symposium.

Berries are increasingly viewed as having a profound impact against the diseases of aging including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and age related mental decline.

Are berries truly a superfood with health benefits for everyone? Hear the evidence at the 3rd Biennial Berry Health Benefits Symposium.

Why you should attend

  • Hear the newest research on berries and human health featuring advances in clinical, basic, and applied fields.
  • Learn what gives the dietary intake of raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries and cranberries a positive effect on human disease prevention.
  • Attend sessions on Heart Health, Metabolism, Cancer, Brain Aging, and Compositional Chemistry & Biological effects.
  • Meet and network with others involved in nutrition and health.

Who should attend

  • Scientific community
  • Health & Wellness professionals
  • CEO’s in the health conscious food industry
  • R&D specialists
  • Sales and Marketing executives
  • Students

Symposium Highlights

  • Keynote Dinner – featured speaker – Dr. Jim Joseph, USDA-ARS at Tufts University
  • The Monterey Bay Berry Tour – An insider's look at the California berry industry
  • Free Public Session – Monday, June 22, 2009
    11:30am - 2:00pm
    • Panel discussion – Session Chairs will discuss symposium presentations
    • Healthy cooking demonstrations
    • Berry tasting
    • Berry Bible cookbook author Janie Hibler.
  • Poster Session
    • Call for Poster Submissions: The symposium features a poster session allowing scientists to share their latest research findings. The most outstanding poster presented by a graduate student or post-doctoral fellow will receive a $500 award.

2009 International
Berry Health Benefits
Symposium
Host Sponsors


National Berry Crops Initiative
WRRC
Dole
Wild Blueberries
Cranberry Institute
Other Sponsors