century in Europe. This fruit is mainly cultivated in cold countries of the world. Strawberries are not only eaten as a fruit but also in form of flavoring ingredient in ice-creams, milkshakes, smoothies, pies, yogurt and many more. This fruit is not only sweet and delicious in taste but also contains much nutrition in it. The nutritional value of strawberries is so high that it contains many beneficial contents for health.

The only problem of this fruit is that it expires so fast. So that it should be used within a given limit. The nutritional value of strawberries is varies according to its use. One cup of strawberries, which may be around 145-150 gm, contains the following nutrients- protein (1gm), carbohydrates (10.5gm), fat (0.6gm containing no saturated fats), fiber (1.6gm), vitamin A (3RE), vitamin C (84.5mg), thiamin (0.1mg) and riboflavin (0.1mg). Other factors which are included are niacin (0.4mg), vitamin B6 (0.1mg), vitamin B12 (0.1mcg), folic acid (26.4mcg), sodium (2mg), calcium (21mg), iron (0.6mg), potassium (47mg), zinc (0.2mg), magnesium (16mg) and calories (45kcal).

The health benefits from nutritional value of strawberries are so many. By rubbing teeth with a piece of strawberry may prevent the problems of tarter & increase the strength and tightness on teeth and gums. It gives shine to teeth. Strawberries are rich in fiber so it helps body to absorb the nutrients. This fruit is best for patients of diabetes as they regulate the level of glucose in body. The high level of antioxidants in strawberry prevents the damage occurs due to the free radicals in body. It also helps the body to repair the tissues by providing the additional boost of vitamin C. Strawberries are natural resource of vitamins, minerals and fibers, which give benefits to human body. It is low calorie, sweet, easily available and easy to grown fruit.

One serving of strawberries provides an amount of 210mg of potassium to body. This is an ingredient, which helps to regulate the electrolyte in body, which can reduce the risks of stroke and heart attack. Strawberries are rich in folate, which is a major ingredient of making red blood cells in body, which is a remedy for delaying the fear Alzheimer's disease. Strawberry contains omega fatty acids & vitamin & minerals including B2, B5, and B6, vitamin K, copper and magnesium. All these nutrients values of strawberries can be taken by seven medium sizes of strawberries having 45 calories. In addition, the fibers in strawberries help in absorption of nutrient by body inhibit the cholesterol production in liver and helps in stabilization of glucose level in blood.

Strawberries can be taken in any form like salads, appetizers desserts, milkshakes, ice creams, pies and many more. To get the best results from them, eat them raw. One serving of strawberry contains supply of full day requirement of vitamin C. Intake of few strawberries with the cereals in morning meal will help in reducing the waistline as well as the fat around body parts. This may solve many health problems just by eating them raw or with other eating stuffs.