Low-calorie and hypocholesterolemic effect
Even though the whole country is frozen in the cold, these days the strawberry farms are busy preparing for shipment. In the cold season, attention is paid to heating the strawberry cultivation facilities. Strawberries, which were called “golden strawberries” last year due to their high price, are expected to fall in price due to increased production in December. Let’s get to know the taste and nutrients of winter strawberries.
◆ Why strawberries have been used for medicinal purposes in the past… What is the identity of ‘this ingredient’?
Strawberries, nicknamed ‘the fruit of the empress’ for their sweet and sour taste and aroma, have been sacred throughout history. It was also used for medicinal and ornamental purposes rather than food. The methylsalicylic acid in strawberries has the effect of reducing inflammation and pain. Relieves fatigue and helps release toxins from the body. Strawberries contain twice as much vitamin C as lemons. It is good for antioxidants reducing damage to the body, cold prevention, stress relief and skin care. It is especially useful for women’s health because it contains a lot of potassium which regulates blood and iron which is good for anemia.
◆ Strawberry + yogurt, effective for female menopause
Strawberries are often washed and eaten raw. If you eat it with dairy products like yogurt, you can create a synergistic effect. Yogurt is rich in calcium, so it’s especially good for menopause when bone density decreases. Eating strawberries with plenty of antioxidants helps slow down the damage and aging of the body, promote bone health and improve immunity. The taste is also better. It’s easy to add raw strawberries to yogurt without complicated procedures.
◆ Slows down skin aging…helps reduce inflammation
Among the components of strawberries, ellagic acid (Ellagic acid) is attracting attention. It is more than 10 times more than other fruits. Ellagic acid is especially rich in strawberry seeds. Ellagic acid, which reduces inflammation, prevents skin damage caused by ultraviolet rays, and is great for improving facial pigmentation and freckles. As we age, collagen decreases and slows down the aging of the skin, reducing wrinkles.
◆ Low-calorie and hypocholesterolemic effect
Strawberries (100g) are low in calories (27kcal), about half of apples (57kcal). It can be used as a dietary snack. It is also effective in the prevention of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease due to its high content of cholesterol-lowering fibers and antioxidants such as anthocyanins. However, strawberries contain a lot of fructose, so eating a lot can spike your blood sugar. If you have diabetes, it is good to eat less than 10 pieces.
◆ To avoid loss of vitamin C and perfume, wash without removing the faucet.
The disadvantage of strawberries is that they soften easily. To avoid loss of vitamin C and flavor, it is best to wash it under running water without taking out the tap and rinse lightly in salt water. At this point, as the salty taste is added, the taste of the strawberry becomes sweeter. Recently the use of pesticides has been reduced to a minimum, as is the use of pollinating insects, so it is best to remove only the foreign substances and wash them quickly. When you store it, put it in a plastic container, then wrap it in plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
