8 Reasons to Eat Strawberries

 

Aside from longer days and warmer temperatures, strawberries are one of the first signs of Spring. The season starts to peak in mid April and, thankfully, runs until late June. And did you know the humble and delicious strawberry is a superfood? 

 

1. A cup of sliced strawberries contains only 53 calories and 3.3 grams of fiber.
2. Serving for serving, strawberries provides more vitamin C than oranges! One cup of strawberries contains 113 percent of your daily recommended dose of vitamin C.
3. Strawberries have a glycemic index rating of 41, meaning they can satisfy your sweet tooth without negatively affecting your blood sugar levels.
4. These red berries are considered a low-sugar fruit — only 4.1 grams in three ounces of the fruit. The only fruit lower in sugar is raspberries.
5. Rich in the antioxidants, like polyphenols, strawberries are great for your skin and help repair sun-damaged cells.
6. Smile if you love strawberries! They contain malic acid which helps brighten and whiten tooth enamel. Another reason to eat these berries for dessert!
7. These heart-shaped berries are good for the cardiovascualr system, and eating them three times a week might reduce heart attacks in women.
8. When buying strawberries, go organic! They top the list of the Environmental Working Group's list of produce with the highest level of pesticide residue.

 

Source: popsugar.com