Dried Seedless Prunes

The Miracle of Digestion…

Plum is a fruit belonging to the rose family. Plum is also the name given to the fruit of trees in the Prunus genus. In Turkey, green, yellow and purple plums are most commonly consumed. Green plums are divided into different groups among themselves, and purple plums are a special type usually called damson plums.

Dried plums are obtained by removing the moisture contained in the plum fruit. This drying process, which can also be done at home, is quite laborious, so many people prefer to buy and consume ready-made prunes. Two different methods can be used to dry all fruits; Methods such as baking and sun drying are used.

In the baking method, fruits are removed from their seeds and kept in ovens at high temperatures for a long time. During this period, the moisture inside the fruit evaporates with the effect of heat and the fruit is dried. In the sun drying method, the fruits are removed from the seeds and then kept under sunlight in a hygienic environment for about a week. Under the influence of sunlight and heat, the moisture contained in the fruit evaporates and dried fruit is obtained. Fruits containing natural sugar cause much less harm to health and balance blood sugar compared to artificial sweeteners. That's why dried fruits are perfect snacks and snacks.

Drying the fruit does not harm its nutritional values. .

• From a health perspective, the benefits of prunes are too many to count. Plum is a natural source of vitamin C, and the dried fruit contains the same amount of vitamin.
• Plum fruits, which you will consume after the season, are grown in greenhouses and using artificial methods. These agricultural technologies may also cause the nutritional value and taste of the fruit to change. Once the plum fruit is out of season, you can get all the nutritional value you can get from this fruit by consuming prunes.

• Thanks to its high vitamin C and antioxidant properties, it is very suitable to be consumed during the winter months. Prunes strengthen immunity and make the body more resistant to diseases.
• One of the benefits of prunes is that, thanks to their low calorie content, they do not cause you to consume excessive calories while regulating blood sugar. 100 grams of prunes contains only 45 calories.
• Thanks to its antioxidant properties and high amounts of vitamin C, prunes also increase the body's absorption of iron obtained from consumed foods. Iron deficiency may increase risks such as cardiovascular diseases and premature birth in pregnant women.
• The benefits of prunes, which have positive effects on the digestive system thanks to their fibrous structure, help relieve bowel movements. It is recommended to consume it regularly to control the problem of constipation.
• It helps prevent vascular occlusions and related diseases by preventing cholesterol accumulation in the vessels. Prunes alone are not enough to lower cholesterol, but it is recommended to consume them in support of your doctor's recommendations.
• Thanks to its fibrous structure, it helps you feel full for longer. It also regulates blood sugar and makes the body feel more energetic. Low blood sugar will cause you to need to snack more frequently and increase your daily calorie intake. Choosing prunes as a snack between meals helps you maintain your weight balance by keeping your calorie intake under control.
• Vitamin K deficiency, which can cause osteoporosis if long-term, is among the issues that many people do not think about. Among the benefits of prunes is that a bowl of prunes meets all your daily vitamin K needs. Regular consumption of prunes, especially in women, helps prevent osteoporosis that occurs during menopause and regulate menstrual periods.