STRAWBERRY FRUIT

Strawberry also known as strawberry, from Dutch aardbei) is a strawberry varieties most widely known in the world. As with other species in the genus Fragaria (strawberry), fruit is in the family Rosaceae. In general, this fruit is not the fruit, but a false fruit, [1] meaning that the fruit does not come from the ovaries of plants (achenium) but from the bottom of the bowl-shaped hypanthium ovaries where the plant is located. 

Ripe strawberries 

Whitish green strawberry fruit while it is growing, and in most species turns red when ripe. Its name is derived from the Old English streawberige which is a combination of streaw or "straw" and berige or "berry". The reason of this naming is still not clear. Several species of Lepidoptera take food from plant sources of strawberries, making this species a major pest of strawberry plants.

Strawberry fruit for health benefits 

Strawberry fruit as anti-cancer. Strawberry ranks among the top "superfoods" because it has the ability menecegah of various diseases including cancer. That is because the content of anti-oxidants that are very high in strawberries that work synergistically and more robust in resisting oxidation and prevent the damage caused by free radicals in our body. 

Eliminate acne. Vitamin C, Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), salicylic acid and flavonoids in strawberries helps to clear up acne and reduce excess oil. Thus, the strawberry fruit is a natural substance to eliminate acne. 

Sharpen your memory and mental health: research has been shown that that, in addition to having the effect of anti - anemia, folate found in strawberries also will be useful to improve memory, concentration and the ability of the brain to process information. It is also important to prevent brain defects in babies during the mother's pregnancy. 

Maintain digestive health: Due to the high content of vitamin C in strawberries so as to stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juices, thereby improving digestion, especially of the protein. In addition, the fiber contained in the strawberry is very effective to reduce constipation and colon cleansing. 

Mood: eating strawberries can stimulate the release of serotonin, which can improve mood as well is to keep the mood remains good and relaxed. 

Maintain Heart Health: Anti - oxidants found in fruits such as strawberry blend of vitamins C and anthocyanidins, can help protect arteries from damage, and prevent the formation of blood clots in blood vessels. 

Maintaining healthy skin from the damaging effects of free radicals. Vitamin C and antioxidants present in strawberries able to prevent damage caused by free radicals on the skin and body. Free radicals occur during the process of transforming food into energy. Free radicals accelerate aging and vitamin C are effective in blocking the damage caused by these free radicals. To prevent the adverse effects of free radicals you can use 1 teaspoon honey and 2 teaspoons of milk cream mixed with crushed strawberries. After that you can use on the entire face and neck for about 20 minutes. Then after washing with clean water and dry. 

Prevents growth of mold: Strawberry is a good source of minerals like copper, manganese and magnesium. combination of manganese, copper and dicarboxylic acids can inhibit the growth of fungus on the scalp. 

Maintaining Bone Health: Strawberry contains about 21% of Manganese which helps to maintain bone density. Potassium and Vitamin K is found in Strawberry is also very good for your bone health. 

Lowering Cholesterol: Strawberry is rich in phyto - nutrients which is a type of compound that acts to prevent from various diseases. This compound is also the one who makes the color and smell of the strawberry fruit. These compounds have also been proven to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by inhibiting the oxidation of low-density lipo - protein (LDL).