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Add More Strawberries to Your Diet
While strawberries are one of America’s favorite fruits, many consumers are not aware of the incredible health benefits. Providing a unique combination of essential nutrients, dietary fiber, and phytochemicals, a serving of eight medium strawberries a day provides more vitamin C per serving than an orange (and 140 percent of the daily value), a good source of fiber (3 grams), folate, and potassium (along with a variety of health-promoting antioxidants), and just 7 grams of sugar. Clinical research suggests that eating a serving of eight medium strawberries a day may improve heart health, help manage diabetes, support brain health, and reduce the risk of some cancers.
Strawberry Goat Cheese Toast
Toast a slice of whole grain, high fiber bread. Meanwhile, mix together 1 ounce of goat cheese with 8 small, chopped strawberries to create a spread. Spread on warm toast and top with about 10 shelled pistachios or nut of choice.
Avocado Balsamic Strawberry Toast
Toast a slice of whole grain, high fiber bread. In a small bowl, mash up 1/4 of a Hass avocado with a fork, then spread it on the toast. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese. Layer halved strawberries on top. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
Quick White Bean & Pepper Hummus Strawberry Toast
Toast a slice of whole grain, high fiber bread. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup drained and rinsed white beans, 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of pepper (or more to taste) and mash with a fork. Spread hummus on toast and layer sliced strawberries on top. Top with chopped, fresh basil.

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