10 Reasons That You Should Eat Strawberries Everyday

by N/A, 10 years ago | 1 min read

If the fact that they're delicious isn't reason enough for you to make strawberries one of your major food groups, these benefits will convince you to make them a regular part of your diet.Â

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1. They can help combat allergies and asthma.

Strawberries have anti-inflammatory properties that can help speed healing.Â StudiesÂ have shown that changes in diet have helped lessen asthma symptoms.Â

2. The reduce your risk of heart disease.

The vitamin C in strawberries helps to strengthen blood vessels and arteries. The ellagic acid in strawberries also helps to lower cholesterol.

3. They help your body produce hormones that are linked to happiness.

They can help stimulate the production of dopamine and serotonin in the brain, which control mood.Â

4. They're a super healthy snack for expectant mothers.

The high amount of vitamins and minerals in strawberries make them great for mom and baby.Â

5. They slow the aging process.

Strawberries are rich in antioxidants which help to slow the aging process and combat free radicals (which come from pollution and sun exposure).Â

6. They can fade freckles.

When combined with lemon juice, sour cream, papaya or butter milk, strawberries could help visibly fade the appearance of freckles.Â

7. They can help prevent cancer.

The powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in strawberries can help decrease tumor growth.Â

8. They can help your eyes.

The vitamin C in strawberries can help eyesight and their anti-inflammatory properties help reduce bags under the eyes.Â

9. They can help clear up acne.

Try thisÂ DIY strawberry maskÂ to clear up blemishes and fight wrinkles. The antioxidants in strawberries are still active if you apply them to your skin instead of eating them.Â

10. They're a natural teeth whitener.

The high concentration of Vitamin C make strawberries a great teeth whitener.Â