Wednesday 29 June 2011

HEALTH BENEFITS OF STRAWBERRIES


Strawberries besides being an attractive looking fruit with an exotic colour, is a powerhouse of essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Strawberries have an enticing flavour and taste, especially the sweet tasting variety. For maximum health benefits, they are best consumed fresh rather than processed.

Let's explore the health benefits of strawberries:
* One cup of strawberries has a mere 43 calories. 
* Dietary fibre in strawberries help to regulate digestion
* Helps in lowering blood pressure
* Reduces risk of heart disease 
* Helps in lowering cholestrol 
* It's an excellent detox food that helps cleanse the body of toxins
* Curbs overeating
* A rich source of antioxidants
* Phenols in strawberries fight inflammatory disorders
* Due to it's anti inflammatory properties, research have shown that consuming strawberries gives relief to patients suffering from arthritis. 
* Consuming strawberries can contribute to healthier eyes
* A great source of Vitamin C
* Helps boost immunity 
* Manganese, potassium, Vitamin K in strawberries help in bone building and maintaining healthy bones.
* Research and studies state that the anti inflammatory properties and antioxidants in strawberries fight the onset of many forms of cancer.

Strawberries - Shamiah Co-op

Strawberries from USA - Dean and Deluca, Avenues Mall
Strawberry Farm

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