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Strawberry Juice

Low in Calories: One cup of strawberries contains only about 45 calories.

High in Fiber: The fiber in strawberries (smoothies) is beneficial for proper digestion. This fiber also lowers blood pressure and helps control appetite.

Anti-Cancer: The phenols found in strawberries are well-known to fight against a variety of cancers. The vitamin C, folate, and the flavonoidsl contained in strawberries makes them a tasty defense against developing cancerous cells.

Antioxidants: Large amounts of the phenol, anthocyanin, is found in strawberries. It gives them their the beautiful red color. Foods that are rich in Anthocyanin increase the body's uric acid levels which works as an antioxidant.

Immune System: One cup of strawberries provides 136% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C. Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant and helps lower blood pressure and it ensures a healthy immune system.

Bone and Joint Health: Strawberries contain the chemical manganese.  Manganese fights against free radicals and oxidative stress.  Manganese also helps build strong bones and keeps the bone structure healthy.

Healthy Heart: The manganese in strawberries also decreases cellular inflammation which causes numerous diseases of the heart and circulatory system.

Anti-Inflammatory: The phenols in strawberries fight against many inflammatory disorders, working in much the same way that the drugs aspirin and ibuprofen do,  including osteoarthritis, asthma and atherosclerosis.

Healthy Eyes: Three servings of strawberries per day has been shown to decrease the incidence of age related, macular degeneration by over 30% and to stave off the development of diseases, such as cataracts.

Digestive Aid: One cup of strawberries contains 3.4 g of fiber, which helps aid your digestion, improve glucose tolerance, lower cholesterol and reduce symptoms of constipation or diarrhea, according to the Mayo Clinic. Fresh strawberry juice made at home includes the full fiber of the strawberries, which can also help control weight gain by making you feel full longer, reducing the urge to snack on high-calorie foods. You can lose 1 lb. per month without any other dietary changes other than boosting your fiber intake up to 30 to 40 g daily. The higher fiber content keeps your body from absorbing 100 calories per day, which adds up to nearly 3,500 calories in a month -- the amount in one pound.