Dried Apricots - Health Benefits

Dried apricots are made by drying fresh apricots in the sun for weeks. There are several varieties of dried fruit:

• pitted small apricots;
• dried (usually large) apricots, divided into two and pitted;
• dried whole apricots, from which the stone has been previously removed.

Of course, with or without pits, the benefits for the body of dried apricots are undeniable. We should consider what they are, as well as pay attention to the composition, use and contraindications for consumption of these fruits.

Composition

Dried apricots are inferior in content to fresh vitamins, but in the presence of micro- and macronutrients they are a step higher. The vitamins in the composition are A, B1, B2, C, PP; minerals are represented by potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus, iron. Dried apricots also contain cellulose, fatty and organic acids.

These dried fruits have a high nutritional value, contain saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, sugars. The high nutrition is explained by the significant caloric content of the fruit and the high sugar content, but for the figure, this is not dangerous. Carbohydrates are extremely well absorbed, do not form fat, give a feeling of satiety, and dietary fiber improves the work of the digestive tract, frees the body from toxins and toxins. Therefore, the beneficial properties of dried apricots are well known to women.

Useful and healing properties

Nutritionists advise to eat 4-5 dried apricots daily in the autumn-spring period to provide useful substances to the body, such as prevention against the development of anemia, diseases of the eyes, gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular system, even against thrombophlebitis. and atherosclerosis. To do this, grind 100 grams of dried fruit and add 2 tablespoons of honey. The mixture is taken 2-3 times a day for 1 tablespoon, and the treatment course lasts 1 month. Then there is a two-week break and the reception is continued for another month.

Regular consumption of dried apricots normalizes the hormonal balance, removes bad cholesterol, preventing heart attacks and strokes, improves the general condition of people suffering from diabetes, thyroid and kidney dysfunction.

Certainly many of you use dried apricots for loosening . Constipation is a problem that affects a huge percentage of people around the world. Dried apricots contain a lot of fiber, which facilitates bowel movements by adding volume to the stool and stimulating bowel movements. 

Due to the presence of magnesium salts in these fruits, blood pressure can be regulated, so regular use is suitable for hypertension and some forms of anemia. In traditional and folk medicine, dried apricots are recommended for circulatory disorders, anemia, poor eyesight. They have an effective diuretic effect, reduce swelling, and the bones help get rid of worms.

Oshav from dried apricots helps in the fight against kidney stones. Along with fluids, slags and toxins are removed from the body, and pectin substances in fruits remove heavy metals and radionuclides.

In bronchitis, trachitis and other lung diseases, apricot "milk", which is obtained from the stones, helps.

Use

The main use of dried apricots is as a food product. They are consumed alone or as an additive to meat, fish, rice. They are used to make desserts, fruit salads and jams, pastries and compotes. Before using in any form, it is necessary to wash the fruit with cold water or flood it with it for 1-2 hours.

Due to their dietary properties, dried apricots are part of many effective diets for weight loss. Fruits are usually the basis for a day off. Their moderate consumption helps to get rid of extra pounds, prevent obesity.

Dried apricot fruits are used in the preparation of face and hair masks. They are called "fruits of beauty" because they have exceptional tonic, tonic and rejuvenating effects on the skin and hair.

Contraindications

Excessive intake of dried apricots can lead to diarrhea and upset stomach. These fruits are not suitable for children under 1 year, as well as for people with individual intolerance to the product, because its consumption could lead to diathesis in children or allergic reactions in adults.

Dried apricots are contraindicated for consumption in hypotension and asthma, as they have the ability to lower blood pressure.