National Strawberry Month
They are sweet and bright, best fresh out of the garden and used in an endless array of smoothies, parfaits, pies and sandwiches.
“Berry” Special Benefits of Eating Strawberries
Whether you grow them yourself, pick them at a local strawberry farm or get them from the market, the ways you can use strawberries are endless.
These slightly tart berries are a great nutritious snack and have many health related reasons you should be eating more of them.
- Filled with antioxidants
- Excellent source of vitamin C and K
- Low in sugar
- Low in calories and high in fiber
- Promotes bone and eye health
- Promotes hair growth
- Prevents cancer
- Naturally whiten teeth
- and much more
A word of caution. Some people use a mixture of crushed strawberries and baking soda as a useful and cheap DIY teeth whitening option. According to to the American Dental Association (ADA), fruits mixed with an abrasive (like baking soda) are acidic and can actually caused harm by wearing down your enamel. Don’t risk harming your teeth. Eat them on their own and take advantage of their natural whitening qualities.
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