STRAWBERRIES

It is an excellent source of vitamin C. and contains folate and potassium low in calories and high in fiber and provide anticancer bioflavonoids. Strawberries are a good source of pectin and other soluble fibers that help lower cholesterol.They contain bioflavonoids, including red anthocyanin and ellagic acid; substances that may help prevent some cancers. Cooking does not destroy ellagic acid, so even strawberry pie and jam may be beneficial. Strawberries can be stored whole in the refrigerator for a few days ..unwashed strawberries have been linked to outbreaks of infectious diarrhea to avoid molding, wash the fruit just before serving it. Strawberries may contain relatively high levels of pesticide residues, so consider buying organic varieties.