Apricot is a familiar fruit. Delicate pulp and amazing aroma leave no one indifferent. However, this most delicate fruit is not only very tasty, but also healthy.
Due to its low calorie content, apricot may well be used for fasting days - its calorie content is only 44 kcal per 100 grams. It is also important that apricots contain quite a lot of potassium - this helps us get rid of excess fluid.
A fasting day on an apricot is quite pleasant - this fruit improves mood and quickly satiates. Eating apricots in food helps in the prevention of thyroid diseases.
Composition of apricots:
- choline;
- beta carotene;
- B vitamins;
- retinol;
- ascorbic acid;
- vitamins H, PP, E;
- a complex of minerals (magnesium, iodine, iron, potassium, sodium, phosphorus);
- dietary fiber (fiber);
- many organic acids;
- pectins and so on.
The substances contained in apricots help lower cholesterol levels and prevent the formation of cholesterol plaques on the walls of blood vessels. Regular consumption of apricots normalizes metabolism and removes toxins from the body.
By the way, apricots have long been considered a mild laxative, and they can be used both fresh and dried. Soak dried apricots for the night, eat them in the morning, and wash them down with infusion - an excellent alternative to Sassi water.
Apricots improve memory and stimulate brain activity, so include them in your diet whenever possible. Apricot also contains antimicrobial components and has bactericidal properties. Apricot kernels are used in folk medicine as an effective expectorant and sedative for coughs, bronchitis and various inflammatory processes.
