SS: Strawberry

Sleuth Smarts Sunday.

Strawberries are off the hook right now in Oregon🍓, and I'm eating them every day. This particular batch was so vibrant, that I stopped my food prep to come here and give some fun facts on the illustrious fruit!

SS FUN FACTS:

The bright red fruit is actually a member of the rose family.

Contain loads of Vitamin C.

Rich in B-Vitamins, which calms the nervous system and helps metabolize fat, protein, and carbs.

Contain an anti-oxidant called 'ellagic acid', which prevents collagen destruction and protects against UV damage.

High in Manganese, which is essential for maintaining healthy bone structure, and also aids in proper functioning of sex hormones.

High in Copper, which is required for the production of red blood cells. It's no accident that strawberries are bright blood red in color!

Have free-radical fighting compounds called 'anthocyanins' which are anti-cancer.

…Here!, here! for succulent strawberries!