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Dried apricot is one of the healthy Iranian dried fruits. Apricots have a cooler and more humid nature, but the sweeter type is warmer. In the following article we are going to show how to use dried apricots? Are them healthy?
Dried Apricots as healthy Iranian dried fruits
Apricot removes vasoconstrictors and softens stiffness. Dried apricots as healthy Iranian dried fruits have a calming and refreshing effect; they are also recommended for those who have heart problems. Apricot is useful for joint pain and rheumatism due to some salicylic acid. Apricot leaf contains vitamin D which is very effective in the growth of bones and teeth. Fluoride in apricots prevents tooth decay. Apricots relieve thirst and thirst. To treat diarrhea, take 2 grams of a dry leaf with cold water.
Are Them Healthy?
The benefits of dried apricots are due to the fact that the drying process destroys the juice without changing its nutritional value. As a result, the nutritional value of apricots increases much more and its benefits increase. Dried apricots have a long shelf life and are widely used as a nutritious snack. They contain high levels of vitamin A, E and beta-carotene. Half a cup of dried apricots provides 5% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A and them contain a lot of carbohydrates.
Protect our body against cancer
Do you remember carotenoids? Oxidation is a chemical reaction that causes the release of free radicals that lead to chain reactions, which can damage the body’s cells. One of the worst consequences of cell damage is an increased risk of cancer. Dried fruits specially dried apricots contains high antioxidants. Most of its antioxidants belong to polyphenolic flavonoids such as lutein, canthaxanthin and beta-cryptoxanthin, which together protect the cells against free oxygen radicals due to aging, cancers and various diseases.
They help the digestive tract
One of the benefits of eating dried fruits, in addition to providing the calories your body needs, is providing a lot of fiber to the body, and dried fruits specially dried apricots are no exception. Chewing dried fruit is significantly harder than fresh fruit; this is due to the large amount of fiber in it; thus, the digestive process of dried fruit is slower than that of fresh fruit. Pectin and cellulose act as both fiber and laxative, thereby treating constipation, as well as balancing the body’s metabolism.
Dried apricots maintain heart health
Another benefit of dried apricots, in addition to the above, is that they help lower bad cholesterol levels in the body. Antioxidant is mainly produced by free radicals that try to make up for the lack of electrons by releasing electrons from the fat and protein in a cholesterol molecule (lipoprotein); by increasing free radicals in the body, your health will be endangered; Antioxidants save you time.
Dried apricots help treat anemia
Anemia and its associated symptoms are actually caused by a lack of iron in the body. In addition, most of the hemoglobin in red blood cells is made up of iron (about 70%), so iron deficiency means “lack of blood.” Dried apricots are rich in iron; in addition to iron, this high-quality fruit also contains copper; copper helps absorb iron in the body. Therefore, regular consumption of dried apricots can actually help produce hemoglobin, especially in women with heavy menstrual bleeding.
Help with weight loss
Dried fruits specially dried apricot are rich in dietary fiber. Dietary fiber not only helps our digestive system, but also makes us feel full longer after eating. This is because fiber is slowly digested, reducing our appetite for overeating.
Protect our visual health
In addition to fighting cancer and reducing the risk of heart attack, carotenoids, along with vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E in dried apricot, can protect our eyes from damage from blue light and ultraviolet radiation. Dried apricot is very useful for people who work with blue light emitting screens all day long.
Strengthen our bones
Apricots contain calcium, which is essential for bone growth. That’s why eating dried apricot helps keep your bones healthy, as well as prevent diseases and bone problems caused by calcium deficiency. This is another benefit of using dried apricot for health.
How to use dried apricots?
The best way to consume the dried apricot is to soak it in the lukewarm water for 3-4 hours then consume it.