In the autumn-winter period, dried fruits come to replace fresh and juicy fruits. They retain all the benefits of ripe fruits, all vitamins and minerals. During the period of illness, dried fruits will help to strengthen the immune system, relieve fatigue and cheer up. In addition, dried fruits can completely replace sweets for you, without adding extra centimeters to your waist.
Instructions
Step 1
The most famous and favorite dried fruit is raisins. Raisins are obtained from grapes and contain many vitamins. These are vitamins A, C, B1, B2, B5, B6. Among the trace elements in raisins are boron, iron, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus. Raisins are famous for their ability to strengthen the nervous system and sleep. This is due to the high content of B vitamins. A handful of raisins in the evening will relieve nervous tension and soothe after a hard day. Also, raisins help with anemia, it is used to prevent diseases of the kidneys and heart. Pregnant women are advised to consume raisins if diagnosed with anemia. These berries increase blood hemoglobin and normalize blood pressure. The oleanolic acid in raisins helps fight bacteria in the mouth. Therefore, it can be used for gum disease, sore throat, cough, pneumonia. Raisins are most often used in baked goods or compotes.
Step 2
Dried apricots are obtained by drying apricots. This dried fruit is good for our body for colds. There are a few vitamins in dried apricots, mainly vitamins C and A. But the abundance of trace elements is surprising: these are magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron. As well as organic acids and pectins, which remove toxins and heavy metals from the body. With the constant use of dried apricots, you can avoid blockage of blood vessels, lack of iron in the body, heart and stomach diseases. Dried apricots help to keep the skin young and fit, and the hair - lush and strong. It weakens the intestines, so you shouldn't consume too much of it. It is most often added to baked goods, meat, cereals or milk porridge. Bread will also be tasty if you add chopped dried apricots to it.
Step 3
Prunes are perhaps not the most favorite dried fruit among the population of the country. Due to its strong laxative effect, it is slightly avoided. But dried plum berries are good for our body. They have strong antibacterial properties, helping to get rid of bacteria in the mouth. Prunes will help boost immunity as they are high in antioxidants. Prunes are rich in iron, so they are good for anemia. These berries have a lot of ballast substances that cleanse the intestines from toxins. A couple of berries a day are enough for you for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Prunes are also beneficial for diets. It normalizes metabolism and gently cleanses the intestines.
Step 4
Many people saw figs only in pictures, because they are rarely brought fresh. This product is perishable, and it is in the form of dried fruits that we most often use it. Dried figs contain pectins, healthy sugars and fiber. Figs are high in potassium, which helps with heart disease. Figs are also useful for problems with blood pressure, blood vessels, thyroid gland. By consuming figs regularly, you will get rid of fatigue, overwork, bad mood. Its high calorie content will help you gain strength after work.
Step 5
Dates are so rich in various vitamins and minerals that there is simply no way to list them all. They contain B vitamins, vitamin E, A, as well as calcium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, iron, and more. They contain amino acids that are not found in other fruits. Dates are high in calories, so it is not possible to "build" with them. Due to their high potassium content, they help the heart, kidneys and liver function; normalize the microflora in the intestines, help with anemia and cough, strengthen the immune system. When consumed consistently, dates reduce the risk of cancer and also maintain blood sugar. Dates are the prevention of depressive conditions, so they will be especially useful for young mothers and hyperactive children. Date palm berries have a hypnotic effect and help with insomnia, but at the same time, they tone and help wake up.
