Benefits of Strawberry and Naturally Preserved Strawberry Jams

Benefits of Strawberry and Naturally Preserved Strawberry Jams

History of Strawberry

Do you know Strawberry is native to North and South America and later in 1600s it was introduced to Europe by the American settlers. The Modern strawberries which we eat today were developed in France in 1750s by combining two different varities of strawberries which made their size bigger and made them more sweeter in nature. Later in 1800s Britishers brought strawberries to India and started its cultivation in multiple locations. The popularity of Strawberries have continued to grow in India and now it has become an integral part of our local desserts like Strawberry cream and basundi.

Let’s talk about HoYi’s Naturally Preserved Strawberry Jams

Do you know Strawberry jam is one of highest selling fruit jam in the world. So, the question is what is different about Strawberries that people love it so much. Is it because of its delicious taste, vibrant color or its high nutritional benefits.

Being a juicy fruit, Strawberries are packed with vitamins, antioxidants and nutrients which make them a perfect addition to a healthy diet. Everybody wants to have them, but the major problem is that Strawberries have a very low shelf life of 1-2 days and if stored in refrigerator they might last 3-7 days. But humans have a solution for everything, we do not let these small things hinder our taste buds. In 4th century AD, people started Jam making to ensure that they can enjoy the taste of such fruits for a longer duration. When such fruits are converted into naturally preserved jams by brands like HoYi, the customers can enjoy the taste of fresh strawberries year-round without worrying about the added chemicals.

Major health benefits of strawberries

  1. They are rich in Antioxidants which lower the risk of chronic diseases like cardiovascular health issues
  2. High In Vitamin C boosting immunity and promoting skin health
  3. Supports Digestive health as it is rich in dietary fiber
  4. Helps in weight management as it is low in calories and high in water content

With such impressive health benefits, it is no wonder that strawberries are a popular choice for fresh fruit jams and strawberry jams.

Why one should choose Naturally Preserved Strawberry Jams

Many conventional jams available in the market have a high refined sugars, artificial preservatives and additives that reduce the health benefits of the fruit whereas naturally preserved jams retain the fruit’s nutritional value without compromising on the taste making it a healthier alternative

How are Naturally Preserved Strawberry jams made –

  1. To avoid adding preservatives, farmers rely on traditional methods like low temperature cooking and adding natural sweeteners. This ensures no artificial preservative is added making it a safer choice
  2. With natural preservation, the jams retain higher nutritional value
  3. In jams of HoYi, we use beeswax to seal our jams to provide them a longer shelf life of 2 years. This beeswax is not for consumption but is added to give the product a better shelf life
  4. Anybody can see a stark difference in a natural preserved jams and jams used making additives. The naturally preserved jams retain more vibrant color, rich texture and authentic taste.
  5. Also, these practices are more environment friendly and promote organic and eco-friendly farming methods. By choosing such brands, you are not only choosing a better product but also supporting environmentally conscious agriculture and local communities.

Why Choose HoYi’s Naturally Preserved Strawberry Jams?

  1. HoYi’s jams have more real fruit and have a higher fruit to sugar ratio compared to regular jams
  2. Balanced sweetness making it a everyday suitable complimentary to our breakfast
  3. The jams can be used in various creative culinary applications like desserts, yogurts
  4. Direct benefit of the purchase goes to the small-scale farmers with which the brand is working
  5. Bringing a positive change to the food industry

Choosing naturally preserved strawberry jams, like those from HoYi, is more than just a delicious choice—it’s a smart and health-conscious decision. With the retained benefits of fresh strawberries, a cleaner ingredient list, and a commitment to sustainable practices, these jams provide a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. So, the next time you reach for a jar of jam, opt for a naturally preserved version to enjoy all the wholesome benefits strawberries have to offer.

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