One of the most popular horticultural crops is strawberry. Interest in it is caused not only by taste, but also by useful properties, which were known back in the days of Hippocrates. Strawberries are a treasure trove of nutrients, so they should definitely be in the diet.
The benefits of strawberries
Beautiful, juicy and flavorful, berries contain vitamins, minerals, fruit sugars, fiber and organic acids. The absence of cholesterol and fats in the composition makes strawberries a unique product for dietary nutrition.
Due to the huge amount of organic acids in the composition of strawberries, it helps to cleanse the body, it helps to remove harmful substances, improves metabolism and relieves intestinal disorders.
The presence of strawberries in the diet will help to forget about anemia and loss of energy.
Diabetics can safely enjoy the taste of strawberries without fear of high blood sugar.
The fragrant berry rejuvenates the body, improves memory, normalizes the functioning of the nervous system, therefore it is recommended to eat it at any age.
For medical purposes, you can use strawberry leaves, from which medicinal infusions are obtained that help with colds. Strawberry leaf infusion is used to dilate blood vessels and reduce blood pressure.
Who is contraindicated in strawberries?
Despite all the benefits of strawberries, allergy sufferers need to treat it with caution. In children under 3 years old, strawberries can provoke dermatitis and diabetes. Gastritis, cirrhosis of the liver, increased acidity of gastric juice are diseases in which it is not recommended to include strawberries in the diet.
How much strawberries can be stored
All nutrients in strawberries are stored for a maximum of three days, so it is recommended to eat them almost immediately.
