Strawberries are not only juicy and delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial to our health. Here is why;
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- Strawberries can boost immunity. Strawberries are packed with Vitamin C, which is an immune booster and powerful antioxidant.
- Strawberries are good for your eyes. The antioxidant in strawberries can prevent cataracts, which is the clouding over the eyes and lead to blindness in older age. Vitamin C in strawberries also plays an important role of strengthening the eye’s cornea and retina.
- Strawberries lower the risk of cancer. Vitamin C is one of the antioxidants that can help with cancer prevention and a phytochemical in strawberries has been shown to yield anti-cancer properties like suppressing cancer cells growth.
- Strawberries keep your skin healthy. Vitamin C in strawberries is vital to the production of collagen, which helps to improve skins elasticity and resilience.
- Strawberries are good for your heart. Strawberries contain powerful heart-boosters. “Ellagic acid and flavonoids”, or phytochemicals can provide an antioxidant effect that can benefit heart health. Also potassium in strawberries can regulate blood pressure and may help lower high blood pressure.
- Strawberries can make intestines healthy. Strawberries are a good source of fiber, which can help slow the absorption of sugar in the blood, and prevent constipation.
- Strawberries promote pre-natal health. Strawberries are a good source of folate, which is a B-vitamin recommended for pregnant women or women who are trying to conceive. Also folic acid in strawberries may help prevent certain birth defects, such as spina bifida.
Eating fresh strawberries is the best way to get all the nutrients but you can also try this delicious strawberry sauce recipe. My favorite is adding some strawberries to smoothie. What is your favorite way to eat strawberries?