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Therapeutic Properties and Benefits of Strawberries (I)
Fruits
This fruit is acidic, but it certainly is the queen of the spring. However, it has therapeutic properties and its consumption is ideal for removing excess uric acid for those with rheumatic disorders. Then we will see major therapeutic properties and benefits of strawberries.
In the wild this fruit is native to the Alps. In the middle Ages were attributed to various therapeutic properties against throat infections, fiber and kidney problems. Years later, in the fifteenth century created many hybrids, the “frescón” is one of them and comes from two American species were mixed when they reached Europe. However, in the twentieth century when there was large-scale exploitation.
THE COLOR OF HEALTH
the color of strawberry is caused by plant pigments (flovonoides) known as anticianinas. These act as powerful antioxidants (neutralize free radicals). In this sense, if we consider that the oxidative process involves the deposition of cholesterol in the arteries and is responsible for aging and certain cancerous mutations, we can say that this fruit protects health.
SALICYLIC ACID
one of the peculiarities of the strawberry (strawberry) can be said to have a cooling effect, noted in her the presence of a substance called salcílico acid, which is also found in aspirin. However, you cannot classify this fruit as an analgesic, since its contribution of this organic acid is minimal.
PREVENT DISEASE
As mentioned above, this fruit is beneficial for:
- Eject the body of excess uric acid. For this reason, it is suitable for people with rheumatic disorders, gout …
- Fighting anemia and nutritional deficiency.
- Inclurir remineralization treatments.
- Ideal for the growth of children.
- Prevent infection of the body.
- Improve liver and kidney functions.