Strawberries
Strawberries are very useful and rich in vitamins and nutrients. Strawberries actually have more vitamin C than lemons, lots of folic acid, iron, and organic acids. Strawberries help improve the function of kidneys, liver, heart, and blood vessels as well as benefits the nervous system. The downside is strawberries can cause allergies. The reason is because strawberries are porous and tend to collect pollen. For children who suffer from allergies, strawberries should be steamed for 1 minute and given with sour cream.
Strawberries are very versatile as they can be consumed fresh or used for making jam,
wine and liquors. Strawberries make a great pie filling, cakes and pirogis or even as salad toppings. They make a great edible decoration too. One of my favorite recipes is strawberries with basil leaves and balsamic vinegar.
Strawberries are also used in the cosmetic industry. A strawberry mask nourishes and cleanses the skin, and is especially useful on oily skin giving it a matte finish, improves the complexion, and smooths the wrinkles and makes the skin soft. Before doing this though check if you have an allergy to strawberries by putting a little of this mask on your arm and testing if you have a reaction. Here’s the recipe of mask:
Wash the strawberries and rub through a sieve. Mix with beaten egg whites and apply
on clean face for 15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.
Strawberries are easy to grow in the garden or even in a pot or container on your balcony, rooftop, patio, or even doorstep on a sunny spot – just remember to protect them from birds when the fruits appear.
Here are some recipes:
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