A recent study has shown that eating strawberries every day can reduce the chance of developing heart disease considerably among other benefits.
The research shows how strawberries, known for their great taste, are also important in supporting cardiovascular health. SciTech Daily noted that this is America’s most popular fruit.
Nutrition 2024 Presentation
The results were presented at Nutrition 2024 on June 30th in Chicago at the American Society for Nutrition’s annual meeting.
Dr Lasantha Krishan Hirimuthugoda who was a postdoctoral research associate from Illinois Institute of Technology shared the findings of the research which was concentrated on enhanced glucose control and cardiovascular health benefits related to strawberry consumption.
Particulars Of The Study
The research aimed to explore the effect of strawberry intake on endothelial function and glucose control according to dose.
In particular, it examined whether FMD responses to strawberry consumption could affect CVD risk.
The subjects involved in this study were thirty-six females and thirty-two males with an age range between twenty and sixty-two years having a BMI of 29.8±4.8 kg/m² as mean ± SD respectively.
Key Findings
The investigators examined the impact of daily ingestion of strawberries on FMD and its correlation with CVD risk.
It was demonstrated that taking raspberries on a regular basis for one month, compared with controls, increased FMD percentages significantly (X2 = 310.67, p<0.001).
This indicates a dose-response relationship where higher strawberry consumption is associated with better cardiovascular outcomes.
Preliminary examination of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data however showed no significant differences between interventions in changes from baseline (Kruskal-Wallis test, p>0.05).
Expert Opinions
Dr. Burton-Freeman emphasized the importance of fruit in our diets since she believes that a diet lacking fruit is among the three top risk factors for heart disease and diabetes.
“Just adding one cup of strawberries to your diet per day may help your health in relation to heart disease,” said Dr. Britt Burton-Freeman, who teaches at the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Health Advantages of Strawberries
Furthermore, a serving size which contains eight strawberries can not only satisfy the daily recommended vitamin C but also give numerous other minerals and useful bioactive compounds that make it great when included in any heart-healthy diet plan such as this.
Conclusion
This new study reinforces the significance of strawberries in a healthful food regimen, specifically for his or her cardiovascular advantages.
By incorporating just one cup of strawberries into your everyday ordinary, you can substantially improve your heart health and decrease the danger of cardiovascular diseases.
