2024 Author: Jasmine Walkman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 08:29
How many times in your life have you eaten strawberries whole, including the leaves? The most common answer is "never". The truth is that consuming the fruit itself is not the only way to get health benefits from your strawberries, as there is countless evidence of health properties of strawberry leaves. They are also a good source of nutrients.
Don't stop reading here to find out what they are the benefits and applications of strawberry leaves.
Health benefits of strawberry leaves
Strawberry leaves have both nutritional and medicinal properties. They have been found to be rich in antioxidants and contain anti-inflammatory components. When consumed in any form, they can promote the healthy functioning of the body.
These leaves have been confirmed to contain compounds that protect the human body from microbial pathogens.
There are different options to include strawberry leaves in your diet: in sauces, salads, desserts, soups and main dishes.
Another way to prepare them is to use the leaves to make tea by letting them soak in boiling water. If you like strawberry leaf tea, you can also try strawberry water, prepared not only from the fruit, but also from the leaves.
Applications of strawberry leaves
Laxative
Strawberry contains malic and citric acids, sugar, mucus, pectin, wood fiber and water. These properties make strawberry leaves a wonderful laxative. Make at least two cups of the aforementioned tea and you will see the result soon after.
Cosmetically
Wash your face well. Cut a strawberry into two halves and rub them all over your face. This will whiten the skin and prepare it for applying makeup. Then mix in a suitable container the leaves of a few strawberries and add two teaspoons of lemon juice. Boil the mixture, drain it and finally add a teaspoon of honey. Allow the mixture to harden in the freezer for about an hour, then apply it on your lips to make them fresher and moisturized.
Natural flavoring
Cut strawberry leaves and use them as spices for various foods. They have a very light aroma and taste, but will be a really pleasant surprise, especially in foods such as roast chicken or pasta.
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