Anti-inflammatory fruit cuts cholesterol and cancer risk
Anti-inflammatory fruit cuts cholesterol and cancer risk
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Some fruits, despite being common and easily available, often escape our attention when it comes to their nutritional value - and it turns out strawberries are one of them. This is because they are a powerhouse and can help to fight acne and cancer, and help hair growth.
Offering remarkable benefits for two key areas: skin and hair, reports 20minutos.es, the nutritional profile of strawberries also plays a crucial role in addressing problems caused by stress and poor diet. By eating these, you can naturally help your overall health.
It comes as scientific research has highlighted the potential of strawberries as a nutritional force. Rich in vitamin C and polyphenols, they have been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol, blood glucose levels, insulin resistance, and other risk factors linked to chronic diseases. The study reveals: "Antioxidants help lower risk of cardiovascular events by inhibition of LDL-cholesterol oxidation, promotion of plaque stability, improved vascular endothelial function, and decreased tendency for thrombosis.".
Interestingly, vitamin C even surpasses oranges in concentration when it comes to the vitamin. The vitamin itself is hailed as a powerhouse for skin health and its antioxidant properties which is derived from flavonoids like anthocyanins and polyphenols such as ellagic acid.
These protect cells against oxidative damage and inflammation. Lastly, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) are important for cell renewal. In fact, this ellagic acid has been proven to have anti-cancer properties which means "it suppresses cancer cell growth.".
