Seasonal fruit- strawberries gives a tasty boost in getting kids to eat fruit

We know kids don't get enough fruit and vegetables in their diet. Strawberries are a great source of vitamins and a great way to get kids eating fruit. There are so many different desserts you can make with it and naturally sweet.

Here are some healthy facts about this tasty fruit:

• fat free and sodium free
• only 50 calories for a full cup
• high in vitamin C, fiber, potassium and antioxidants
• they make healthy snacks for kids

• Look for berries that are plump, firm and bright red.
• Size isn't important -- color and fragrance are best indicators of flavor.
• Strawberries don't ripen after they're harvested. Avoid buying berries with touches of green or white.
• Check the container for stains, which indicate they may be overripe.
• Don't wash berries until just before you're going to use them; otherwise, they'll get mushy.
• Don't trim caps off berries until after they're washed. Without the caps, they can get waterlogged and begin to lose their vitamin C.
• After purchasing, store in a shallow container on a paper towel in the refrigerator for up to three days.
• Serve them up at room temperature for best flavor.