The heart-shaped silhouette of the strawberry is the first clue that this fruit is good for you. These potent little packages protect your heart, increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower your blood pressure, and guard against cancer.

Packed with vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols, strawberries are a sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie food. They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium. Just one serving — about eight strawberries — provides more vitamin C than an orange.

This member of the rose family isn’t really a fruit or a berry but the enlarged receptacle of the flower. Choose medium-sized berries that are firm, plump, and deep red; once picked, they don’t ripen further. First cultivated in ancient Rome, strawberries are now the most popular berry fruit in the world. In provincial France, they were regarded as an aphrodisiac. These red gems may be good for your heart in more ways than one.

Want other ways to get your vitamin C? Try brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, mango, papaya, red peppers, watermelon, and winter squash.

3 Ways to Enjoy Strawberries

  1. Strawberries with Chocolate. Dip fresh strawberries in melted dark chocolate for a special treat.
  2. Strawberries in Smoothies. Freeze strawberries and banana to blend with almond milk, protein powder, and spinach for an on-the-go breakfast.
  3. Strawberries in Salad. Add strawberries to a salad filled with mixed greens, grilled chicken, goat cheese, slivered almonds, and a balsamic vinaigrette for a sweet and tangy lunch.

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