Did you know strawberries are full of fiber! Just one cup provides about 13% daily value. Fiber is good for our digestive health. A fiber-rich diet also can help curb appetite, which can lead to weight loss.
Strawberries are rich in antioxidants which contain anti-inflammatory properties to fight disorders such as osteoarthritis, asthma, and atherosclerosis. Next time you are in dire need of some vitamin C, grab some strawberries. Just one cup provides 136% of the RDA (recommended daily allowance) of vitamin C. Additionally the vitamin C and folate in strawberries help to ward off cancerous cells. Vitamin C also builds a strong immune system, helps lower blood pressure and keeps eyes healthy. Manganese is another nutrient strawberries provide us with. Manganese helps lessen cellular inflammation to protect against free radicals and with the help of potassium, magnesium and vitamin K, strawberries even build strong bones.
So now that it is summer time and the strawberry stands are open for business, be sure to stock up on flats of strawberries and make them a part of your daily diet. Strawberries make a great snack, dessert, salad or cereal topper. For more strawberry recipe ideas, check out the following link:
http://allrecipes.com/Recipes/Everyday-Cooking/Seasonal/Spring/Strawberries/Top.aspx
May is National Strawberry Month
May 20th is National pick strawberries day
May 21st is National strawberries and cream day
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