Strawberry

Strawberry is a sweet, red heart-shaped fruit, which is much-loved for its delicious taste and for its nutritional benefits. The sweet, slightly tart berries are among the top fruits for antioxidant. The fruit is widely appreciated for its aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness. The strawberry leaves can be eaten raw, cooked or even used to make an antioxidant-rich strawberry tea. Strawberries grow in bushes and are seasonal fruits that also boost your health.

Some benefits listed below

• Strawberries are packed with vitamins and minerals such as vitamins C and K, folate, potassium, manganese, and magnesium.
• The anti-inflammatory power of the antioxidants in strawberries helps reduce the formation of blood clots.
• Special components found in strawberries called flavonoids have the power to fight cancer and oxidative stress..
• The seeds of strawberries contain the omega-3 fatty acid, which has been proven to improve mood.
• The vitamin C in strawberries is used by the body to produce collagen, a protein essential to skin health.
• Strawberries are rich in iodine, vitamin C, and phytochemicals, which help maintain the proper functioning of the nervous system.
• Eating strawberries can prevent eye conditions like dry eyes, degeneration of the optic nerves.
• Eating strawberries may lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes as strawberries.
• Strawberries are rich in potassium and magnesium and low in sodium. Potassium and magnesium act as vasodilators, meaning that they help reduce hypertension.
• Vitamin C present in strawberries help boosts the immune system and helps in curing common cough and cold.
• They are abundant in antioxidants and detoxifiers, which help reduce gout and arthritis pain
• Their high-fiber content help boost digestion and prevent constipation.
• The rich variety of antioxidants and vitamins help against hair loss, moisturize the hair and prevent dandruff.
• Strawberries provide the antioxidants to help manage inflammation levels and prevent free radical damage.
• Strawberries contain malic acid which acts as a natural teeth whitening agent.
• Strawberries help reduce the appearance of puffy eyes. Place slices of the fruit on your eyelids and relax for ten minutes.
• Strawberries are often eaten raw or added to fruit salads and custards.
• It can also be consumed as strawberry juice which can be prepared at home. Freezed dry strawberries can be used in smoothies.
• Strawberry extract is also extensively used in processed food items, including ice creams, jams, jellies, squashes, syrups, candies, and chocolates.
• Strawberry fruit essence is used in tablets, medicines, protein bars, protein shakes, and supplements.
• It is rich in antioxidants and is a flavouring in lotions, face washes, children’s toothpaste, body oils, and shampoos.