The Health Benefits Of Strawberries Part1

Image via WikipediaWhat can we say about this tasty fruit but that it is shaped like red heart and a symbol thats been used for Valentines. Considered as an aphrodisiac fruit since the times of ancient Rome, the strawberry was a symbol of Venus. (In the French countryside, there was once a tradition of serving newlyweds cold strawberry soup to help promote the aphrodisiac of honeymoon romance.)

Strawberries are a sweet soft red fruit with a seed-studded surface and are a rich source of vitamins such as C, K, E, and B6. They are also high in minerals such as potassium, managanese, folate, iodine, and thiamin, all of which are vital for maintaining good health.

One of the great health benefits of strawberries are the anti-aging benefits of the antioxidants. In fact, strawberries can be used as facial cleansing masks.  The vitamin C in strawberries help repair damage skin cells and fights off free radical attacks that lead to aging.

Aging skin happens when free radicals attack the body. Strawberries can help because the amount of vitamin C in strawberry has an important role to reduce the effects of aging such as wrinkles and dry skin. Vitamin C is also useful against free radicals (antioxidants) and helps promote anti-aging. Also can stimulates collagen which can create effects that smooth the skin and reduce wrinkles.

Signs of Strawberry Allergy
The signs of an allergic reaction to strawberries are similar to other food allergies. These can be things like itching, swelling and tingling in the lips, mouth, throat, palate and tongue. You could also experience a runny nose, sneezing and itchy eyes along with other symptoms.

Nutrition Facts

Strawberries are high in the following nutrients:
Vitamin C
Fiber
Manganese
Potassium
Iodine
Folate
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B6
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Magnesium
Vitamin K
Copper

Wow who would have thought all of these vitamins in such a small items as a strawberry a cup of strawberries can really pack a punch for better health so lets eat up. 

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