Pakistani Strawberry.
Strawberries
arrived in Pakistan in the 1980s, but then they were only grown in
the cool northern areas including Swat, the most known place for
growing strawberries. Later, they are also produced in Sindh and
Balochistan. The best of strawberries in Sindh are grown in Pano Akil
though the fruit vendor won’t be that specific if you ask him and
will just tell you that they are grown in Sukkur. Still, most boxes
they come packed in do mention the name of the tehsil.
People here have strawberries with their breakfast or they add them to cold milk before pouring into the liquidizer for milkshakes or smoothies. Strawberries taste divine with whipped cream or when dipped in chocolate before served cold. They are also use on cakes and deserts for decorations.
People here have strawberries with their breakfast or they add them to cold milk before pouring into the liquidizer for milkshakes or smoothies. Strawberries taste divine with whipped cream or when dipped in chocolate before served cold. They are also use on cakes and deserts for decorations.
The
scrumptious, succulent strawberry was not as common in Pakistan, 30 or even 20 years ago as it is now. Oh yes, there was no shortage
of treats available in strawberry flavor — sweets, candy, jam, ice
cream, custard, milkshake and even tea. But people here, when went out looking for strawberry, the actual fruit was only available in the
canned variety imported from other countries or they just got to see
them on television or in magazine pictures. Yes, it is one of the
most ‘photogenic’ of fruits. That is also why fruit vendors
display them by removing the covers of the boxes they come in, to
beckon customers.
Nutritional
Contents:
Strawberries
are a rich source of calories. The main constituent of a strawberry
is water (91%) then carbohydrates (7.7%), although it contains
protein (0.7%) and fats (0.3%) as traces.
They
are a good source of vitamin B9, Vitamin C, and minerals like
manganese. The health benefits of strawberries are many as
antioxidants, and they help control blood sugar levels and heart
diseases.
BENEFITS:
Taking
strawberries into your diet reduces the risk of developing several
chronic diseases. They boost your heart health, prevent cancer, and
improve low blood glucose levels.
Regulation
of Blood Pressure:
Strawberries
contain many minerals nutrients. One of them is potassium, and it
acts as a buffer to maintain high blood pressure against the ill
effect of sodium. It is famous as one of the best heart-healthy fruit
juices.
Promote
Pre-Natal Health:
For
pregnant ladies, strawberry becomes more critical as they serve as a
source of B-vitamin, which is also known as folate. It is necessary
at the early stages to develop a baby’s brain, spinal cord, and
skull when they are a fetus. It contains folic acid, which also
reduces the chances of congenital disabilities.
Balance
Your Healthy Vision:
Strawberries
have impressive antioxidants that reduce the chances of cataracts,
which appear as clouding over the eye lens, and may proceed towards
blindness later in old age. To protect our eyes from direct exposure
to free radicals and pollutants, they need vitamin C.
Prevent
Cancer:
One
of the best health benefits of strawberries is the prevention of
cancer, and it boosts the defense system by enhancing immunity which
is the best control against any cancer.
It contains Ellagic acid, which shows anti-cancer properties as it suppresses the growth of cancerous cells. According to studies, strawberries are also a source of other antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, and the antioxidants also can neutralize the adverse effects of free radicals.
It contains Ellagic acid, which shows anti-cancer properties as it suppresses the growth of cancerous cells. According to studies, strawberries are also a source of other antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, and the antioxidants also can neutralize the adverse effects of free radicals.
Lower
High Cholesterol Levels:
Heart
diseases are one of the leading causes of death in youngsters and
older men. Strawberries act as heart health boosters. The
phytochemicals such as flavonoids show antioxidants’
characteristics, which provide support to heart health.
This fruit also has anti-inflammatory roles, which improve heart health by reducing oxidative stress and high blood lipids, as both are significant factors in every heart disease.
This fruit also has anti-inflammatory roles, which improve heart health by reducing oxidative stress and high blood lipids, as both are significant factors in every heart disease.
Boost
Fiber Intake:
Fibers
are essential for healthy digestion normally; a strawberry has 2
grams of fiber. Many of the problems due to low fiber intake include
diverticulitis and constipation. It affects a large percentage of
people over 60, and it helps fight both types of diabetes. They
indirectly improve sugar absorption in the blood.
Wrinkles
Free Skin:
Vitamin
C has enriched sources in strawberries, and it also plays a
significant role in the production of collagen, which tightens your
skin and gives a wrinkle-free shinning skin. Collagen levels decrease
with age, but taking foods with vitamin C sources can satisfy
collagen demands, ultimately giving you warts-free skin.
Best Wishes.
