03:59 PM Sunday 17 December 2023
Written by: Yasmine Al-Sawy:
Strawberries are a seasonal fruit rich in nutrients important for a healthy body, but do they play a role in getting rid of harmful cholesterol in the blood?
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In the following lines, Al-Consulto reviews the effect of eating strawberries on harmful cholesterol and the number of fruits that should be eaten during the day, according to the University Health News website.
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The effect of strawberries on harmful cholesterol
Recently, scientists at the University of Warwick discovered that there are distinct chemical structures found in strawberries that activate a protein in the body called “Nrf2.”
This unique protein reduces triglyceride and cholesterol levels, and strawberries also contain antioxidants compared to many other plant foods.
Strawberries contain natural phytochemicals, namely anthocyanins and ellagitannins, which are responsible for their bright red color, and which maintain cardiovascular health.
Strawberries rank third among all antioxidant-rich foods, including spices, fruits, and vegetables, while blackberries and walnuts rank first in total antioxidants.
Strawberries contain a high percentage of vitamins and minerals, in addition to being an excellent source of vitamin C, as one cup of strawberries contains approximately 140% of the recommended daily value of vitamin C.
Strawberries also contain manganese, iodine, potassium, folate, vitamin B6, vitamin K, magnesium and copper, as well as healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
How many fruits do you need to eat to lower cholesterol?
Most studies and research indicate that you should eat between two and three cups of sliced strawberries daily to lower cholesterol in the body, over a period of 12 weeks.
2023-12-17 14:00:46
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