10 Super Benefits of Strawberry

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Strawberry is an attractive mouth watering fruit.It is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is  a good source of Folate,Potassium, dietary Fiber, Vitamin C and Manganese.

 Health Benefits of Strawberry
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1.Strawberry and Vitamin C

      Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant needed for healing wounds,reduce the risk of high blood pressure,burns fat and reduces the risk of heart attacks and cancer, limits the damage caused by free radicals,boosts the immune system,also needed for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of our body. 

 2.Strawberry and Vitamin K

   Aids in promoting the blood clotting.

 3.Strawberry and Manganese

 Manganese is an essential nutrient for proper body functioning. It helps in blood sugar regulation,calcium absorption,anemia,and is needed for bone health.

 4.Strawberry and Folate

          Folate or folic acid is a type of B vitamin which is a must for pregnant women because it reduces the risk of neural tube defect in babies.It is also vital for red blood cell production and DNA.
5.Strawberry and Potassium

   Potassium helps in the  proper functioning of all cells, tissues, and organs in our human body.It also aids in normal digestive and muscular function,good for bone health,treating weakness, lack of energy, muscle cramps, and stomach disturbances.

 6.Strawberry and Dietary fiber

 Dietary fiber(both soluble and insoluble), help to maintain healthy digestive system and aids in promoting regular bowel movements.
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7.Strawberry and Sodium

        Sodium is needed for proper nerve and muscle function,to control blood pressure and blood volume.

8.Strawberry and Cholesterol 

Cholesterol is found in the blood and in all cells of our body.It is needed for making cell walls, tissues, hormones, vitamin D,  bile acid and for over all good health. Too much cholesterol in the blood  blocks the blood flow to tissues and organs, and increase the risk of developing heart disease and stroke.

9.Strawberry and  Saturated Fat:

       Saturated Fat increases the bad cholesterol in our body.It is good to avoid foods that are high in saturated fat.Increase intake of foods rich in saturated fat increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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