Look at the strawberry carefully. Do you see the heart shaped silhouette? You immediately realize how good it is for a heart.
HEART HEALTH: Strawberries reduce oxidative stress, due to the abundance of antioxidants in them. They lower LDL ‘bad’ Cholesterol and Triglycerides, which are both risk markers of heart diseases. Also prevents the risk of strokes.
IMMUNITY: One serving of strawberries offers about 150% of the bodies daily Vitamin C requirement. Helps build our immune system, by fighting infections and cold and flu. Being an antioxidant, it neutralizes free radicals that damage healthy DNA.
BLOOD SUGAR REGULATION:
Strawberries are a rich source of Polyphenols which influence carbohydrate digestion and absorption and hence, regulate blood sugar. A great for diabetics.
WEIGHT MEASUREMENT:
Strawberries are low in sugar and calories (33 calories per 100 grams), and satisfy a sweet craving (provided you do not indulge in Strawberries with Cream). They keep your waistlines trim and still provide satisfaction to your taste buds.
INFLAMMATION:
The antioxidants in Strawberries help detoxify the body and reduce inflammation so help in all inflammatory disease like Arthritis and Gout.
EYESIGHT:
Due to Strawberries, high flavonoid content and ellagic acid, they are good for preventing Macular degeneration.
DEPRESSION:
The seeds of Strawberries contain Omega 3 fatty acid ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) and this is a mood enhancer. They also benefit our emotional and mental functioning.
SKIN HEALTH:
Vitamin C in Strawberries contain anthocyanins, quercetin and kaempferol which protect us from developing Tumors and Cancers.
CAUTIONS:
- Strawberries and one of the Most heavily sprayed fruits,, so try to buy Organic strawberries to limit your exposure to pesticides.
- Buy Organic products as much as possible to limit the toxins in your body.
