Facts About Strawberries

The strawberry is a delicious red fruit that is grown mainly in the United States, with Spain coming in a close second to production. Strawberries make a wonderful snack, a great addiction to a fruit salad, or as an ingredient in many recipes. They can also been used in many drinks, smoothies, alcoholic beverages, and kid’s drinks. Visit Strawberries for fun facts, recipes, and information on purchasing strawberries.

Strawberries have many different names in other countries. For example, the word is derived from “streawbergie", an Old English word. For a list of what strawberries are called in other languages, go to Everything2.

Strawberry Recipes

Strawberries can be used in an abundance of recipes, from cakes, cookies, and drinks, to main dishes. They can be eaten just as a snack, or used as a garnish on dinner and lunch plates. For strawberry recipes, visit the following:

  • Easy Strawberry Recipes: Cakes, pies, and breakfast recipes
  • About: Many strawberry recipes
  • Strawberry Recipes: Drinks, both nonalcoholic and alcoholic
  • All Recipes: Chocolate covered strawberry recipe
  • Strawberries are a very low fat food, and are rich in vitamins and minerals. They are high in fiber, Vitamin C, folate, and potassium. Eating strawberries have been found to reduce the risk of cancer, improve a person’s memory, and help those who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Nutrition Data: Nutritional data for strawberries
  • The Calorie Counter: Nutritional facts on strawberries
  • The Fruit Pages: Minerals, amino acids, lipids, and other nutritional facts about strawberries
  • Historical Facts

    Strawberries were grown and eaten by the Romans as early as 200 B.C. Strawberries were thought to be an aphrodisiac in medieval times and were often served in soups to newly married couples at their weddings. They are still thought to be an aphrodisiac today. For more information about the history of strawberries, go to:

  • Home Cooking: A history of strawberries
  • Eat More Strawberries: Facts and trivia on the strawberry
  • USDA: Strawberry facts and a nutritional guide
  • Gardening Tips

    Strawberries can be grown in many climates, and are excellent when fresh. They can be grown indoors and moved outside when the weather is right. Strawberry plants are also very beautiful and many people grow them in hanging planters to decorate their porches or homes. There are many varieties of strawberries that may be grown, and they are typically a hearty and easy-to-grow plant. For more information on gardening strawberries, along with tips and tricks, go to:

  • The Garden Helper: How to grow strawberries and the different varieties
  • Gardeners Net: Tips on growing strawberries
  • Garden Guides: Tips and techniques for growing the red fruit
  • Strawberries are a wonderful fruit that both kids and adults adore. Grow your own or purchase fresh strawberries for a delectable meal or tasty snack.


     

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