Well, we haven't heard anything bad about strawberries before, but it's always good to hear something good, nonetheless.
A new study conducted by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, Boston suggests that strawberries and blueberries may help protect against the damage that causes a decline in learning and motor skills commonly seen with aging. Supplementing the diet with either strawberries or blueberries helped preserve the ability to learn, remember and relearn different patterns.
According to Jim Joseph, PhD, a USDA Scientist and co-author of this study, "Adding strawberries and blueberries to the diet may help preserve learning and motor skills as we age." Strawberries and blueberries are rich in antioxidants that help protect against such damage. Additional research showed strawberries ranked third overall in anti-oxidant contant, behind blackberries and walnuts.
I love strawberries simply washed and eaten raw, but here are a few suggestions:
Strawberry Pie
Strawberry Creme Fraiche Ice Cream
A whole cookbook full of berry desserts
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