Strawberries, a fruit rich and full of benefits

Posted on August 27, 2013 by john in Benefits of fruit

Now available in all greengrocers, we talk about the strawberry, one of the most delicious and healthy fruits of the season. Please note that an adult needs 60 milligrams a day of vitamin C and 100 grams of strawberries or strawberries meet all recommended. It is also a lightweight, great fruit flavor, perfect for dessert, for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.

The strawberries are characterized by having a large supply of vitamin C. This nutrient has a proven antioxidant, such as occurs with anthocyanins and vitamin E present in strawberries and strawberries. Antioxidants block the damaging effect of the so-called “free radicals”.

These can influence the course of our life in a negative way causing alterations in our body. Over the years, free radicals increase the risk that changes occur in the genetic (DNA), favoring the development of diseases such as cancer or accelerating the aging process.

The strawberries contain antioxidants that can block free radicals that modify the so-called bad cholesterol, helping to reduce cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risk. Furthermore, low levels of antioxidants are a risk factor for certain cancers and degenerative diseases.
It’s amazing what this tiny fruit can do for our health.

Also, because of its high content of potassium and low in sodium, strawberries are highly recommended for people who suffer high blood pressure or any heart condition. They are also highly recommended in slimming diets because of its diuretic effect, being able to fight constipation to exert a mild laxative effect.

Strawberries and strawberries are a good source of fiber, which is a great nutrient for athletes and very beneficial for people with hypercholesterolemia. A fiber is given a prominent protective effect in the body, due to a sequestration mechanism potentially harmful substances such as bile acids or cholesterol.

And what about the aphrodisiac effect, something that I knew very well in Pretty Woman Richard Gere, this fruit taken with sips of champagne taste significantly extols. Besides strawberries contain lots of vitamin A, which helps keep skin nice and soft, and on top are delicious, what more could you want?.