Strawberry
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 32 kcal
Approximate exercise time to burn the 32 kcal in each 100g:
About Strawberry
Low in calories; a good fruit for light eating.
Health Benefits of Strawberry
Surprisingly high in vitamin C
Strawberries hold ~50-60mg vitamin C per 100g - higher than oranges and lemons by weight. A cup (~150g) covers over 90% of an adult's daily C. As a soft berry they bruise and wilt easily - buy and eat promptly; don't remove the calyx before washing to keep nutrients.
Very low calorie, satiating 'light fruit'
Only 32 kcal per 100g - a big box (~300g) is under 100 kcal, among the lowest-calorie fruit. Their strong sweetness perception gives a satisfying sweet taste on low sugar, with nearly a third of the total carbs as fibre, so blood sugar stays steady.
Anthocyanins and other polyphenols
The bright red comes from anthocyanins and ellagic acid. Antioxidants concentrate in the skin - the redder/deeper the variety, the more. Strawberries are also among the higher pesticide-risk fruits, so rinse well under running water or soak in baking-soda water before eating.