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7 Benefits of Eating Strawberries (And How to Enjoy Them)

If you love strawberries but haven’t eaten them in a while, it’s time to reconsider the delicious red fruit that grows on vines and has been enjoyed by people for thousands of years. 

Not only are strawberries delicious, but they are also packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and other health benefits that can make your life better, easier, and healthier. 

Here are seven benefits of eating strawberries, along with tips on how to enjoy them.

1) They prevent wrinkles

Most people are familiar with strawberries as a delicious summer fruit, but they’re also one of nature’s most effective remedies for wrinkles. 

The seeds and skin contain salicylic acid—the same substance found in aspirin—which breaks down fatty deposits in your face while firming and brightening skin at the same time. 

To take advantage of these benefits, mix equal parts strawberries and olive oil and rub it all over your face before bed. Rinse off when you wake up for soft, smooth skin that will have you looking years younger than your actual age. 

Red and blue foods like strawberries also contain anthocyanins, which fight inflammation in your body and can be beneficial to skin health if taken regularly. 

You may not want to drink daily strawberry smoothies or eat handfuls of red berries every day, though; research shows that overdoing it with anthocyanins can actually cause oxidative stress on your liver.

A good rule of thumb is 1-2 cups of blueberries per day, 1-2 servings each week or even just a few times per month depending on how sensitive you are to them. 

To make sure you’re getting enough antioxidants without overloading your system, incorporate red and blue fruits into your diet slowly so that your body has time to adjust. If you love ice cream, try adding strawberries: 

Frozen treats might seem harmless but they often have tons of sugar and additives. For example, many popular brands include corn syrup solids in their products—which we know can lead to weight gain and increase triglyceride levels in our blood—as well as artificial flavors, preservatives and other undesirable ingredients. 

Fortunately, frozen desserts don’t have to be unhealthy! One way to cut back on unnecessary calories is by using frozen fruit instead of ice cream when making treats at home. 

All you need to do is blend some fresh or frozen strawberries with yogurt for a healthy dessert that tastes great and keeps cravings at bay all summer longlonglonglong. 

The more colorful your food, the better off you are. The benefits of eating more colorful foods go beyond preventing wrinkles; they also help prevent heart disease and cancer while helping to maintain proper immune function. 

There’s no need to buy special produce or order expensive supplements; all you have to do is take advantage of nature’s color wheel and start enjoying red, orange, yellow, green and purple fruits as much as possible! While most people think about apples when thinking about antioxidant-rich fruits.

there are plenty of others that pack an extra punch. Blueberries contain anthocyanins similar to those found in strawberries, but blackberries deliver plenty of polyphenols too.

2) They can reduce cholesterol

Due to their potent antioxidant content, strawberries can significantly reduce LDL cholesterol. For example, research suggests that eating two cups of strawberries daily can lower LDL by up to 11%. 

This may not sound like much—and it's certainly not as impressive as some other superfoods' purported abilities—but lowering your bad cholesterol is important for reducing risk for heart disease. 

And more is better; other studies suggest that consuming upwards of six cups a day may offer even greater benefit. Overall, there are plenty of reasons why you should be adding strawberries into your diet: 

they're high in fiber and vitamin C, rich in anthocyanins, and tasty on top of everything else! Here are seven ways you can enjoy themthem if you're new to strawberry consumption. You'll never regret eating more strawberries.

Consume fresh: Eat them fresh out of hand or atop your favorite yogurt or oatmeal dish. Make sure they're organic, though; conventional strawberries have been shown to contain traces of arsenic due to pesticides. 

If you need a little sweetener, try dipping them in honey or agave nectar instead of sugar or syrup...it will still taste great without all those extra calories! - Use as a natural dye: Add sliced strawberries to vinegar and let it sit for 24 hours. 

Strain and use as an alternative natural dye for Easter eggs or other springtime crafts. You can also add strawberry juice to water and freeze it into ice cubes for homemade popsicles that are healthier than store-bought ones.

Blend into smoothies: Strawberry smoothies are one of my personal favorites because they're so easy to make—just toss some frozen berries, 

Some Greek yogurt, and maybe even some flaxseed oil into your blender with some almond milk or coconut water and blend until smooth! It's also really easy to modify if you want something sweeter by adding honey or agave nectar. 

Just remember that these sugars will increase calorie content. If you don't have a blender, try mashing them up with an avocado instead.

Make a strawberry sauce: This is another simple way to get more strawberries in your diet without doing much work at all. Just combine sliced strawberries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat for about 10 minutes until it starts to bubble and thicken slightly. 

Then add in a little cornstarch dissolved in water and stir constantly for another minute or two until it thickens further. You can use it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, ice cream...anything you like! This makes enough for several servings but can be easily halved or doubled depending on how many people you need to serve.

3) They are anti-inflammatory

Reducing inflammation in your body can help you feel better, lose weight and increase overall well-being. Resveratrol is a phytonutrient that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties—meaning it can ease swelling. 

Not only that, but according to a 2012 study published in Food & Function, resveratrol also has been linked with anti-aging and anti-cancer benefits. You’ll find resveratrol in red wine, grapes and peanuts. 

And guess what? You’ll also find it in strawberries! While there isn’t much research on how strawberries specifically affect inflammation, they are high in vitamin C which can aid absorption of iron—an essential mineral for healthy blood cells that help reduce inflammation. 

They are packed with fiber: While most people associate fiber with digestive health, consuming more fiber can actually improve your heart health too! Fiber helps lower cholesterol levels by binding to bile acids and removing them from circulation so they don’t get reabsorbed into your bloodstream. 

It may even reduce blood pressure because it helps decrease insulin resistance which causes fluid retention which raises blood pressure. To reap these benefits, try adding more fruits and vegetables like strawberries to your diet. 

They are rich in cancer-fighting compounds: Strawberries contain an antioxidant called ellagic acid which is associated with reducing certain types of cancers including breast cancer. 

Ellagic acid works by preventing DNA damage caused by carcinogens (substances that cause cancer). A 2009 study published in Cancer Letters showed that rats who were fed ellagic acid had fewer tumors compared to those who weren’t given ellagic acid. 

In addition, eating foods rich in ellagic acid may prevent DNA damage caused by radiation therapy used to treat cancer patients, helping ensure successful treatment outcomes while lowering side effects such as nausea and hair loss caused by chemotherapy treatments.

4) They boost your immune system

One study showed that strawberries may have stronger anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties than cranberries. The phytonutrients found in strawberries—called anthocyanins—are thought to be responsible for these effects. 

This means they could potentially boost your immune system and aid with your recovery from illness or injury. They lower blood pressure: In a 12-week study, women who ate more strawberries had lower blood pressure than those who didn’t, according to researchers at Tufts University in Boston. 

Researchers aren’t sure why, but suspect it has something to do with strawberry's high potassium content. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps regulate water balance in cells throughout your body and can help control high blood pressure by keeping sodium levels balanced. 

They improve digestion: Strawberries are rich in fiber, which helps keep you regular by speeding up digestion and preventing constipation. Fiber also keeps you feeling full longer so you eat less overall.

And when digested properly, fiber can help reduce LDL cholesterol levels as well as triglycerides – both risk factors for heart disease – according to research published in Nutrition Journal . 

They fight cancer: A compound called ellagic acid is present in strawberries and other fruits like raspberries, blackberries, pomegranates and walnuts. 

According to one study , animals fed diets containing 10% of their calories from ellagic acid lived significantly longer after being exposed to carcinogens. 

More studies need to be done on humans before we know if ellagic acid really does prevent cancer, but there’s no harm in eating more berries either way! They protect your vision: 

Your mom was right about carrots helping you see better! Carrots are rich in beta carotene, which turns into vitamin A once inside your body. 

Vitamin A plays a role in eye health because it maintains healthy epithelial tissue lining your eyes and protects against oxidative stress caused by free radicals. 

It also supports normal night vision, making carrots perfect for stargazers! They're low in calories: A cup of strawberries contains only 50 calories, 

Yet packs a ton of flavor. That makes them ideal for anyone trying to lose weight or watching their waistline. They taste delicious: Enough said!

5) They are good for your heart

Strawberry consumption has been shown to lower levels of C-reactive protein, a marker for heart disease. They are great for your skin: Not only does eating strawberries boost collagen production, thereby improving your skin’s texture and elasticity, but they also help you sleep better. 

They improve brain function: A recent study found that eating berries improves cognitive function in seniors. The findings suggest that diets rich in blueberries and strawberries may help slow down memory loss. 

In fact, according to researchers at Tufts University, eating as few as two servings of blueberries or strawberries per week can reduce one's risk of developing Alzheimer's by as much as 50 percent. 

They may help prevent cancer: Numerous studies have linked strawberry consumption with reduced risk of certain cancers including breast cancer and colon cancer. 

The compounds responsible for these effects include ellagic acid and anthocyanins—both powerful antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory properties—as well as fisetin, which helps protect against cell damage from free radicals. 

They support bone health: According to research published in the Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry, consuming just 10 grams per day can increase bone mineral density by up to 5 percent within just six months! They're delicious!

6) They may reduce the risk of certain cancers

A compound in strawberries called ellagic acid has been shown to help slow tumor growth in certain kinds of cancer, and even eliminate them completely. 

It may also help protect against colon cancer. As if that weren't enough, strawberries also contain high levels of Vitamin C and natural plant chemicals that can reduce damage caused by harmful free radicals in your body. 

The bottom line? If you're trying to keep cancer at bay, there's plenty of reason to add some strawberries into your diet! The best way to enjoy these health benefits is by eating a serving of fresh strawberries on a daily basis. They are also great for smoothies, desserts or just as a snack. Be sure to include them as part of a healthy diet!

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7) They may help regulate blood sugar

Berries contain a fair amount of fiber, and both strawberries and blueberries have been shown to slow down digestion. This helps keep blood sugar levels in check, which is especially important for diabetics. 

Because both berries are also high in antioxidants, they can help reduce damage from oxidation associated with excess blood sugar. That can prevent heart disease, stroke and diabetes. 

They’re full of vitamins: Both strawberries and blueberries are packed with vitamins that protect your body’s cells. They also fight free radicals—molecules that cause oxidative stress in your body—and may even protect against cancer because of it. 

They’re low-calorie: A cup of fresh strawberries has only 45 calories, while a cup of fresh blueberries has 53 calories. And they’re low in fat too! They taste great: 

If you haven’t tried them yet, get ready for an explosion of flavor! Blueberries tend to be sweeter than strawberries, but either way you won't be disappointed by their taste or texture. They’re easy to eat: No matter how you choose to enjoy them, strawberries and blueberries are easy to take on-the-go. 

You can grab a handful at breakfast or throw some into your lunch bag as a snack later in the day. They’re versatile: Whether you prefer fresh fruit or frozen treats, there are plenty of ways to enjoy these little guys. 

Eat them alone as part of breakfast or dessert, add them into smoothies for extra flavor and nutrition, bake with them into muffins or pies...the possibilities really are endless! Plus, you can find fresh ones year round, so no matter what time of year it is, there's always an excuse to enjoy one. 

They're great for everyone: Kids love ‘em, adults love ‘em...everyone loves ‘em! Not only do they make for delicious desserts and snacks when enjoyed together as a family; eating more fruits like strawberries and blueberries will benefit everyone's health regardless of age. 

So whether you're looking to lose weight or just want something healthy to put in your kids' lunches—or if you're simply trying to start off your day right—these tiny morsels pack a lot of punch. 

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