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Everyone knows that strawberries are delicious. However, did you know just what a nutritional powerhouse they are? Here are eight reasons to include strawberries in your diet
- Diet - One cup of strawberries contains over 13% of the RDA of dietary fiber, yet only 43 calories. The dietary fiber in strawberries helps to keep digestion regular, as well as lowers blood pressure and curbs overeating.
- Antioxidants - Strawberries contain a chemical compound called phenols. Anthocyanin, a particular phenol abundantly found in strawberries, lends the rich red color to the fruit. Though anthocyanin is known to have antioxidant properties within the fruit, it is debated as to whether the antioxidant agents in anthocyanin-rich foods can be absorbed into the body once digested. Fortunately, however, it is known that when anthocyanin-rich foods are consumed, the body’s uric acid levels increase, which serves as an antioxidant agent.
- Anti-Inflammatory - The phenols in strawberries also fight against many inflammatory disorders, such as osteoarthritis, asthma and atherosclerosis, by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX) in the same way that the drugs aspirin and ibuprofen do. Strawberries, however, do not carry unwanted side effects like stomach and intestinal bleeding.
- Anti-Cancer - The combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents found in strawberries is well-known to fight against the onset of many different forms of cancer. Thanks to the vitamin C, folate, and the flavonoids quercetin and kaempferol that they also contain, strawberries are a delicious defense against potentially cancerous cells.
- Healthy Eyes - The Archives of Opthalmology recently published a study in which three or more servings of strawberries (and other fruits) per day can decrease the possibility of contracting age-related macular degeneration by over one-third.
- The Vigorous Vitamin C - One cup of strawberries contains an incredible 136% of the RDA of vitamin C, an effective antioxidant that can help lower blood pressure, ensure a healthy immune system, and ward off the development of age-related ocular diseases, such as cataracts and macular degeneration.
- Magnificent Manganese - One cup of strawberries contains 21% of manganese, an essential nutrient that acts as a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. By increasing the levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD), the enzyme responsible for protecting mitochonrdria exposed to oxygen, manganese not only helps to fight the battle against free radicals and oxidative stress, but also lessens cellular inflammation — another cause of numerous cardiovascular diseases.
- Bone Health - Manganese is also great for the bones, helping in bone building and maintaining proper bone structure. The potassium, vitamin K, and magnesium in strawberries are also important for bone health - Health Diaries
I’m so glad it’s strawberry season!
Bella Sassy
In the store this Smashbox “Shades of Fame” almost reminds us of the highly coveted & elusive MUFE La Bohème palette. The colors are so rich and divine. Need one of those 20% off coupons from ULTA, asap.
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Sassy Hair: In-store Event with Jane Carter
To kick off a phenomenal weekend I had the opportunity to attend an exclusive in-store event with Jane Carter along with her fabulous team. The ladies facilitated an insightful Q & A following demonstrations of several methods to style various hair textures with the product line. Each attendee was treated to a goodie bag of Jane Carter products as well as one on one consultations with Ms. Carter herself.
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Sassy Nation has been light on the posts the past week because we are gearing up to attend the World Natural Hair Show here in Atlanta. If you follow us on twitter @SassyNation, or Facebook then you already know that we will be in the building and tweeting live updates from the event, passing out goodies and meeting and greeting naturals from across the country. We hope to see your face in the place!
*Bonus* For all of our eco-loving followers, we will also be covering the Alive Expo, the south’s biggest organic event.If ever there were a time to stockpile environmentally friendly products, try some organic make-up, or learn to juice, the Alive Expo is it. We will be giving you our “best of” rundown of our finds and organic trends to be on the look out for.
Stay tuned… 2 Events, 1 weekend #BOOM #TeamSassyLivingforLife!!!