Sunset Valley Organics| Nutrition Independent Testing

Sunset Valley Organics | Blueberry Nutrition Facts

The Nutritional Advantage of Sunset Valley Organics Blueberries:

Sunset Valley Organics blueberries are nutrient dense. Our berries provide significantly more Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Calcium, Zinc and Magnesium than the other blueberries we tested. We grow our organic blueberries differently to make them a Healthy Living choice. Take a look at our videos or read our story about how we grow things differently here.

Nutrition Facts: 1 cup fresh blueberries: 84 calories, 4 g dietary fiber (14%DV)

Sunset Valley Organics Fresh Blueberries Vitamins and Minerals:

	Sunset Valley	Cul. Organic	% diff
Vitamin A	65 IU/100g	32 IU/100g	103%
Vitamin E	1.4 IU/100g	1.1 IU/100g	23%
Calcium	8.84 mg/100g	6.29 mg/100g	40%
Zinc	.224 mg/100g	0.146 mg/100g	53%
Potassium	117 mg/100g	66.4 mg/100g	76%
Magnesium	6.47 mg/100g	4.98 mg/100g	30%

Independent Testing Confirms Superior Nutrition

Blueberries are rich in vitamin C and are naturally low in fat, cholesterol and sodium. Blueberries contain iron, potassium and other important minerals including zinc, iron and magnesium, and are a good source of dietary fiber. The health benefits of blueberries are being actively researched, with amazing results. Blueberries are packed with nutrients and flavor, yet very low in calories. Recently, researchers at Tufts University analyzed 60 fruits and vegetables for their antioxidant capability. Blueberries came out on top, rating highest in their capacity to destroy free radicals.

(note: our packaging labels comply with FDA labeling requirements and indicate only the FDA approved nutrition, and do not reflect the results of our independent testing)

Nutrition Facts:
Sunset Valley Organics Frozen Blueberries

Below is a comparison of Sunset Valley Organic's cultivated organic blueberry nutrition compared to conventionally grown, wild organic, sustainably grown or regular cultivated organic, as measured by tests at an independent lab. A random sample was pulled out of Sunset Valley Organics production. Samples of the other berries were pulled from grocery freezer cases of popular brands.

	Sunset Valley	Conventional	Wild Organic	Sustainable	Cul. Organic
Vitamin A	40 IU/100g	5 IU/100g	17 IU/100g	18 IU/100	10 IU/100g
Vitamin C	3 mg/100g	4 mg/100g	4 mg/100g	4 mg/100g	3 mg/100g
Vitamin E	1.4 IU/100g	.4 IU/100g	.4 IU/100g	.4 IU/100g	.4 IU/100g
Calcium	19.8 mg/100g	11.5 mg/100g	17.1 mg/100g	10.8 mg/100g	11.9 mg/100g
Phosphorus	12.5 mg/100g	34.2 mg/100g	13.3mg/100g	14 mg/100g	8.3 mg/100g
Zinc	.224 mg/100g	ND	.17 mg/100g	.11 mg/100g	ND
Potassium	110 mg/100g	93.4 mg/100g	72.9 mg/100g	104 mg/100g	92.1 mg/100g
Magnesium	7.8 mg/100g	5.9 mg/100g	6.8 mg/100g	5.6 mg/100g	5.3 mg/100g
Total Protein	0.80%	0.50%	0.50%	0.80%	0.60%

These samples were randomly pulled and tested by an independent lab and show significant differences between SVO and the other samples. We guarantee that our berries will meet or exceed the recommended daily values that are set by the USDA and are stated in the nutrition panel on the package.

Nutrition Facts:
Sunset Valley Organics Dried / Dehydrated Organic Blueberries

Packed with Nutrition- approximately 7 lbs of fresh blueberries used to make 1 lb of dehydrated blueberries.

Protein	3.8%
Vitamin A	330IU/100g
Vitamin C	ND
Vitamin E	5.2 IU/100g
Calcium	51.3 IU/100g
Phosphorus	28.6 mg/100g
Potassium	444 mg/100g
Magnesium	28.6 mg/100g
Selenium	ND
Zinc	.378 mg/100g
Copper	.230 mg/100g

ND = None Detected
Method Reporting Limit: Vitamin C < 0.5 mg/100g Selenium<0.490 mg/kg

Nutrition Facts:
Sunset Valley Organics Freeze Dried Blueberry Powder

Packed with Nutrition- approximately 10 lbs of fresh blueberries used to make 1 lb of powder.

Protein	4.6%
Vitamin A	262 IU/100g
Vitamin C	9.5 mg/100g
Vitamin E	7.62 IU/100g
Calcium	63.7 mg/100g
Phosphorus	43.0 mg/100g
Potassium	429 mg/100g
Magnesium	38.2 mg/100g
Selenium	ND
Zinc	0.458 mg/100g
Copper	0.190 mg/100g