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One cup of these famous sweet summer berries packs a whopping 140% of your daily vitamin C needs. Vitamin C boosts the immune system and helps to prevent infection. Along with other berries, strawberries contain phytochemicals that build a anti-aging shield around the brain, helping to protect against free radical damage and preserving brain function. Not only are the bright red anthocyanin pigments brain food but they also build phytochemical shields to protect against cancer and heart disease. Besides the powerful anticancer effects of vitamin C and anthocyanins, strawberries also contain ellagic acid, a polyphenol, which has been shown to prevent cancer, especially esophageal and colon cancers. Ellagic acid prevents tumor growth and helps to kill off cancer cells. Strawberries also supply heart healthy folate and blood pressure lowering potassium. The rich fibre content of strawberries makes them a healthy choice to lower cholesterol, lower blood pressure, reduce cancer risk and achieve a healthy body weight. Action Tip:Summer sweet strawberries are scrumptious as is, dipped in dark chocolate or sliced and tossed in green salads. Add fresh or frozen strawberries to smoothies, yogurt or cottage cheese. Top whole grain pancakes with berries or baked their flavour in muffins and breads. Pureed strawberries make delicious salad dressings or marinades and sauces for poultry. |
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