Strawberries are in high season right now and chances are that farms near you are producing local, organic, sweet and inexpensive strawberries. While these sweet berries are a tasty summertime favorite, their benefits go far beyond a low calorie, high fiber, diet friendly treat.
Strawberries have a high concentration of potassium which balances electrolytes in the body, helping to prevent stroke and heart attacks. Not only will a diet high in strawberries keep potentially devastating illness at bay but they also keep you looking younger as they are high in antioxidants which are key in the destruction of harmful free radicals. l
Strawberries are also a major food in the delay of the onset of Alzheimer’s, as the red berries contain folate a key indigent in the production of red blood cells.
At only 45 calories a serving strawberries contain Vit B2, B5, B6, copper and zinc, as well as 12% of your daily fiber needs which will all stabilize blood sugar, helping you achieve your weight loss goals.
My entire family loves strawberries so we eat alot of them. I’m glad to read that strawberries delay the onset of Alzheimer’s as it runs in our family and as you mention, it’s a great way to get essential vitamins and fiber.
Comment by Betty — July 2, 2009 @ 2:24 pm