Tracy's Healthy Grocery Shopping

Tracy's Healthy Grocery Shopping

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Strawberries

BERRY TASTIC!

Strawberries are in Season in the Northeast of the country
The strawberry contains large amounts of antioxidants and vitamins and are anti cancerous and anti-inflammatory. Eating strawberries may help prevent cancer, especially the breast, esophagus, skin, colon, prostate and pancreas.

The Good Stuff:
Vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, manganese, folate, potassium, riboflavin, omega-3 fatty acids. They reduces the risk of heart attacks, helps regulate the body's electrolytes and to combat cholesterol and stabilize blood glucose levels. (thanks http://naturelivings.blogspot.com)

Homework:
1. Find local stands that sell strawberries
2. Shop local on your grocery store, or organic
3. Freeze strawberries and put in ice water for an ultimate refreshment.

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