The strawberry is a fruit that, depending on the region , is also known as strawberry or strawberry . It is the edible fruit of plants of the genus Fragaria .
Strawberries make up the group of infructescences : fruits that are formed from the union of numerous small fruits that, when put together, take on the appearance of a unit . In these cases, many flowers of the infructescence jointly develop the structure that, although it looks like a single fruit, is actually many fruits together.
It is important to mention that there are different types of strawberries. The wild strawberry ( Fragaria vesca ) that grows in forests is not usually the fruit that is traded globally. Commercial crops are generally developed with Fragaria × ananassa .
It is estimated that 100 grams of strawberries provide about 30 kcal, so their caloric intake is low. This fruit, on the other hand, has a good amount of flavonoids and vitamin C , generating different benefits to the body . Strawberries have laxative, diuretic and detoxifying properties.
There are many reasons why it is advisable to eat strawberries with some frequency, beyond its attractive flavor and the visual impact it provides to any dessert that includes it. Given its many health benefits , listed below, almost everyone can and should eat strawberries often, except for those who suffer from kidney failure or diarrhea:
* It has anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, thanks to its salicylic acid content;
* contains the phytonutrients necessary to fight the effects of free radicals, which are the source of some types of cancer;
* in case of rheumatic diseases, strawberry helps reduce inflammation ;
* As it provides us with a high water and fiber content, it is ideal for preventing constipation;
* reinforces our defenses with a considerable contribution of vitamin C, something that is enhanced if the strawberry is ripe. In the face of respiratory diseases and colds, it is a good resource for prevention and cure;
* the vitamin C in strawberries also serves to prevent anemia , as it helps fix iron;
* It provides us with a good amount of vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps in the fight against premature aging of our body;
* Diabetes is not an impediment to eating strawberries, given their low glycemic index;
* promotes the removal of cholesterol in the blood through the action of lecithin, pectin and fiber, in addition to promoting the reduction of bad cholesterol;
* has a purifying effect on the blood ;
* Thanks to its diuretic action, it collaborates with the dissolution of the salts that are generated when there is an excess of uric acid, one of the consequences of gout;
* It is very effective against intestinal bleeding and circulation problems;
* crushing some strawberry leaves and applying them to a wound produces very good results in the healing process;
* Its bacterial properties serve to protect our teeth from cavities and bad breath. For this, it is recommended to consume it in the form of juice;
* Applying compresses with strawberry pulp allows you to cleanse the skin of impurities.
There are multiple ways to eat strawberries. It is possible to eat fresh strawberries , accompanied with sugar , orange juice or chantilly cream (chantillí). They are also used in the preparation of desserts, cakes, cakes, ice cream and sweets.
Beyond its delicious flavor that captivates millions of people, the strawberry aroma is also highly appreciated. That is why this fruit usually inspires the development of aromatic products that perfume with its fragrance.
It should be noted that the term strawberry can also be used to refer to a worm ( trichinella ) and a parasitic disease caused by this nematode ( trichinosis ).