Benefits of Strawberry - M.M.Mithaiwala

Strawberry khau khud jaan jao....

The Strawberry is called 'the queen of fruits In Asian countries because it's packed with health benefits

Excellent Skin Cleanser:

   ·   Strawberry has great cleansing properties.

   ·   Strawberry extracts are often used as an ingredient in skin cleansers,
       face washes, refreshing bubble baths and rejuvenating face masks as they        contain vitamin C, salicylic acid, antioxidants and exfoliants.

 Improves Complexion:

·   Strawberry juice has skin lightening properties. It is effective in removing

    age spots and freckles.

·   You can squeeze the fruit to extract its juice and place it in a small cup.

·   Apply the juice all over your face with a cotton ball and rinse off with

    lukewarm water after 10 to 15 minutes to get a glowing complexion.

Skin Toner:

·    Strawberries can be used as a skin toner.

·    Grind them to extract the juice. Mix two teaspoons of this juice with 50 ml of rose water and refrigerate it.

·    You can use it instead of your regular skin toner to achieve wrinkle free, blemish free and younger looking skin. This juice can be stored up to 10 days.

Skin Repair:

·    Vitamin C in strawberries enables the body to grow and repair its tissues as it is involved in making collagen.

·    Collagen is water soluble and this vitamin cannot be stored in the body and has to be provided from food sources. A cup of strawberry provides 100% of Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamin C that plays a vital role in repairing skin damage.

Promotes Silky and Shiny Hair:

·    Strawberries can add extra shine to your hair.

·    Mash 7 to 8 ripe strawberries and add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Mix it with the strawberry mash to make a smooth paste. Apply it over your hair and scalp and cover it with shower cap for at least 15 to 20 minutes.

·    Rinse your hair and shampoo as usual. This will act as a natural conditioner to give you instant natural shiny hair.

Strawberries Boosts Immunity:

·  Strawberries are rich in vitamin C. We need a minimum level of Vitamin C 

   from external sources each day.

·  One bowl of strawberries can provide you with a single day’s requirement of 

   vitamin C. Vitamin C works on your body to keep you fit and it also boosts

   your immunity.

Strawberries are rich in Fibre:

·  Strawberry benefits also include it being rich in fibre, which keeps your 

   digestive system healthy and also keeps constipation out of the system.

 Eat Right, Live Right!!!