Strawberries are Plentiful and Nutritious

The first sign of warmer weather means the opening our local farm stands and the availability of fresh fruits and vegetables. In plentiful supply are our locally grown strawberries that can be found throughout the county at roadside stands and farms.

Fresh strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C; just eight medium strawberries have 140 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C. That’s about 55 percent more vitamin C than you would get in the same serving of oranges. These delectable delights are low in calories‑‑one cup of fresh berries contains only about 45 calories. Of course sugar and syrup used for freezing, or cream poured on top, can add many extra calories.

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