Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in spring, and eight strawberries will provide 140% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C for children. Strawberries are an excellent source of folate (one serving of strawberries provides 20% of the recommended daily requirement) and vitamin C (one serving of strawberries provides 140% of the recommended daily requirement), and they also contain plant phenols that, together with antioxidants, reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in spring, and eight strawberries will provide 140% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C for children.
Energy and nutritional value:
According to the healthy eating pyramid, it is recommended to eat 2–4 servings of fruit per day. A serving size is 8 medium-sized strawberries, which is approximately 150 g. The energy value per serving size is 50 kcal.
Strawberries are an excellent source of folate (one serving of strawberries provides 20% of the recommended daily needs) and vitamin C (one serving of strawberries provides 140% of the recommended daily needs), and they also contain plant phenols that, together with antioxidants, reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
They are a good source of dietary fiber – one serving provides 16% of the recommended daily intake. Dietary fiber has a beneficial effect on the digestive system, lowers blood cholesterol, reduces the risk of heart disease and protects against colon cancer.
Refreshing watermelon and strawberry drink:
- Put the watermelon, strawberries, lemon juice and sugar in a juicer until you get a nice smooth mixture...
- Add cold water…
- and fill the glasses...