Properties of Strawberries: Vitamins, Benefits and Calories

Strawberries are small, red fruits that grow in temperate climates.

They are native to Europe, specifically the Alps, but their cultivation was later extended to Spain, as well as to other areas in the American continent.

Strawberry Properties:

Nutritional value per 100 g
Energy 33kcal 136kJ
carbohydrates	7.68g
sugars	4.89g
Dietary fiber	2 g
fats	0.3g
protein	0.67g
Thiamin (vit. _B1)	0.024mg (2%)
Riboflavin (vit. B ₂)	0.022mg (1%)
Niacin (vit. _B3)	0.386mg (3%)
Pantothenic acid (vit. B ₅)	0.125mg (3%)
Vitamin _B6	0.047mg (4%)
Folic acid (vit. B ₉)	24μg (6%)
Vitamin C	58.8mg (98%)
Vitamin E	0.29mg (2%)
vitamin K	2.2μg (2%)
Calcium	16mg (2%)
Iron	0.41mg (3%)
Magnesium	13mg (4%)
Manganese	0.386mg (19%)
Match	24mg (3%)
Potassium	153mg (3%)
Sodium	1mg (0%)
Zinc	0.14mg (1%)

Source: Wikipedia

What benefits does it have for health?

They are composed mostly of water, around 89-90% of their composition, and carbohydrates (%7).

Depending on the variety of strawberry, its flavor can range from very sweet to very bitter. The strawberry is a fruit that varies very easily, so there are now many types of them.

They are widely consumed both in the kitchen and in processed foods such as yogurts, jellies, drinks and jams.

Because of hislow caloric indexIt is ideal to include in diets where the goal is weight loss.

Strawberries are fromfruits that contain more glucose (carbohydrates).However, it is not the same to consume the same amount of sugar in strawberries as in sweets.

Strawberries have the characteristic of having quality carbohydrates, so they will keep us satisfied for a long time.

Strawberries also turn outbe a source of fiber.The advantages of consuming it daily is that it speeds up intestinal transit, thus reducing the interaction time of feces with our body.

The less we expose ourselves to toxins and eliminate them as quickly as possible, the less likely we are to get colon cancer (study).

Due to their high water content, they have a diuretic effect. They favor the elimination of uric acid and salts. It helps with the same effect against diseases such as high blood pressure and those associated with fluid retention.

What vitamins and minerals does it have?

strawberries arean ideal source of vitamin C, because they contribute even more than oranges. The recommended daily intake of this vitamin is 60mg, so consuming a portion of 100 to 150 grams covers them perfectly.

Vitamin C has a great antioxidant value, so it helps fight free radicals, reducing the probability of contracting cancer and keeping the skin and internal organs healthy.

It is recommended to consume strawberries in cases of pregnancy or lactation. For throat infections, smoking, to increase defenses, to treat cases of stress and for high-performance athletes.

Because of hishigh in potassium and low in sodium, It is recommended that people with conditions related to the heart, such as high blood pressure and blood vessel problems, consume it.

It is also recommended for people with bulimia who, when vomiting or consuming diuretics, eliminate large amounts of potassium.

In addition, strawberries contain various organic acids, such as citric acid, maltic acid and oxalic acid. They serve to maintain healthy and hydrated skin, balance the ph levels in the body, that is, alkalize.

How many calories does it have?

Strawberries, as well as red fruits in general, have very few calories per serving.

100 grams of raw strawberries provide around 40 calories.

Remember that it is better to consume fresh and raw fruits because it is a way to ensure that they do not lose any properties. If you eat them in processed products, it may contain more calories due to additives such as sugar.