Strawberries, genus Frogaria L., are the most economically important soft fruit worldwide. This genus is a member of the Rosaceae, sub-Family Potentilloides (formerly classified in Rosideae), has Duchesnea and Potentilla.Strawberries are unique with highly desirable taste, flavor, and excellent source of vitamins, potassium, fibre and sugars. It contains a higher percentage of vitamin C, phenolics and flavonoids.
The strawberry is widely appreciated for its delicate flavor, aroma and nutritional value. Ripe strawberries are composed of approximately 90% water and 10% total soluble solids.
Strawberries can be frozen or made into jam or preserves, as well as dried and used in prepared foods, such as cereal bars. Strawberries and strawberry flavourings are a popular addition to dairy products, such as strawberry milk, strawberry ice cream, strawberry milkshakes/smoothies and strawberry yogurts.
Strawberries are also an excellent source of vitamin C, which can cleanse the skin and keep it healthy. It has other skin benefits too. They improve your complexion, tone and soothe irritated skin, and offer protection from UV radiation.
Health benefits of strawberries
1.Improves hair health
2.Reduce inflammation
3.Prevents colds and flu
4.Strengthens bones
5.Weight loss
6.Boost immunity
7.Promotes eye health
8.Improves brain health
9.Reduce hypertension
10.Fight cancer
Homemade strawberry face pack for skin
Ingredients
4 teaspoons of strawberry pulp
1 teaspoon of honey
Method
Mix the strawberry pulp and honey in a bowl.
Apply it your face and neck for 15 minutes.
Rinse it off with lukewarm water.
Try this face pack for 2 -3 times a week.
You might see good results.
Homemade strawberry face pack for clear skin
Ingredients
4 numbers of strawberry puree
2 teaspoons of rice flour
Method
Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
Apply it your face and neck.
Leave it until for 20 minutes.
Wash your face with plain water.
Try this face pack for 2 times a week.
Homemade strawberry face pack for skin tan
Ingredients
2 teaspoons of strawberry pulp
1teaspoon of lime juice
Method
Mix the strawberry pulp and lime in a small bowl.
Apply it your face for 10 minutes.
Wash your face with lukewarm water.
Try this face pack for twice a week.
Homemade strawberry face pack for glowing skin
Ingredients
2 teaspoons of strawberry pulp
2 teaspoons of yogurt
Method
Take a small bowl , add strawberry pulp, yogurt and mix well.
Apply it your face for 10 minutes.
Wash your face with lukewarm water.
Try this face pack for twice a week.
