2024-01-01 20:35:38
Las strawberries (or strawberries) are berries that grow their seeds on the outside instead of enclosed in the pulp. It is a summer fruit, although in some countries they are grown in greenhouses and are available all year round.
Summer strawberries are richer and healthier, nature knows what she is doing. There are wild and cultivated ones, and it is always better to get organic ones to avoid pesticide residues, because the strawberry is eaten unpeeled. In any case, you always have to wash them very well.
This fruit is ideal to include in a weight loss plan: it only provides 40 calories per 100 grams and it is a source of dietary fiber, which produces satiety.
In this case, it must avoid their traditional company, whipped cream, and they can be eaten alone or with orange juice.
Properties of strawberries
The color of the strawberry is due to the anthocyanins and the richness of iron it has. It also provides magnesium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, manganese, copper and silicon. In other words, it is an excellent source of minerals and vitamins C, K and B9 (folic acid).
They are very nutritious and their consumption increases vitamin C and folic acid in the body. Photo: Clarín.
According to the portal Body Mind200 grams of strawberries provide 17% of the daily requirement of iron, 19% of magnesium and 200% of the need for vitamin C. It is an excellent resource to remineralize the body following physical activity and to carry out a nutritious diet.
The intake of iron is essential to avoid or treat anemia, and vitamin C is a antioxidant which helps keep the skin healthy and luminous (in addition to taking care of all the organs and tissues). The vitamin C and folic acid that they administer to the body help reinforce the absorption of the iron that the strawberry itself provides and that which we ingest via other foods. The combination of iron and folic acid makes it a mild natural laxative.
A recent study published in the Journal of Nutritional Science concluded that consuming strawberries substantially increases levels of vitamin C and folic acid in blood
As for the potassiumis a diuretic that contributes to lower blood pressure and to eliminate uric acid and other toxins through urine. It also helps fight diseases such as gout, stones and liver ailments.
Las anthocyanins They are pigments that favor blood vessels, and reduce LDL or bad cholesterol and triglycerides. And, among other virtues, they help burn accumulated fat, the Come con Salud site provides.
For dessert, but also in salads or as a garnish. Photo: Clarín.
The presence of salicylic acid turns it into an anti-inflammatory fruit that helps fight arthritis and rheumatism. This acid, plus vitamin K, magnesium and manganese, form a combo that maintains strong and healthy bones.
When and how to consume strawberries
Fresh and natural is the best way to eat strawberries for take advantage of all its benefits and properties. They lend themselves to making jams in times of abundance, but without cooking they provide more nutrients.
In hours of breakfastenergize the body in a special way, giving it strength for all the activities of the day.
But also as an ingredient for snack, since its dietary fiber helps satisfy hunger and predisposes us to eat smaller portions of other more caloric foods. The same fiber contributes to colon cleansing.
In addition to dessert, strawberries can be included in salads or serve as a garnish for strong meals of the day. They get along very well with arugula and raw spinach, and in both cases they enhance the contribution of iron and vitamin C.
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