Everything about dried apricots: how is it obtained, how it differs from apricot and kaisa, what vitamins it contains, is it possible to use it while breastfeeding and is it true that dried apricots weaken? The content of the article:
- Ingredients: vitamins and minerals
- Useful properties of dried apricots
- Harm and contraindications
Dried apricots are obtained by drying apricots. The homeland of apricot is Central Asia and North China.
To obtain 1 kg of dried apricots, take 3-4 kilograms of apricots, separate them from the seeds and dry them in halves for 7 days in the sun.
If dried apricots are obtained from halves of apricots, then kaisu made from whole dried apricots and also pitted.
Dried apricots
the same is obtained from smaller and dried apricots with stones.
Dried apricots are stored for a long time and do not lose all their useful properties and vitamins.
Dried apricots composition: vitamins and minerals
This dried fruit is rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, especially folic acid, vitamin A, niacin and vitamin E.
Thanks to the pectins and organic acids contained in dried apricots, metals and radionuclides are removed from the human body. The high content of sucrose, fructose and glucose makes dried apricots so sweet.
Calorie content of dried apricots
per 100 g is 215 kcal:
- Proteins - 5, 2 g
- Fat - 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates - 51 g
- Dietary fiber - 18 g
Due to the high calorie content, it is recommended to eat 3-4 things a day so that the body receives all the beneficial properties of this product.
Useful properties of dried apricots
Dried apricots weakens: in case of constipation, it improves intestinal motility, thereby it begins to work better. Relief for constipation: pour 6 pieces of dried apricots with a glass of boiling water, it will be even better if you add a little prunes and raisins there. Drink the infusion in the morning on an empty stomach and your intestines will start to work better.
It helps to improve the condition of the skin and hair. The high content of fiber and pectins in it provides bowel cleansing and removal of cholesterol from the body.
Unlike sweet varieties, sour varieties of dried apricots will be of great benefit for colds and migraines.
If you have poor eyesight, then use dried apricots: due to its composition, it helps to maintain clarity and visual acuity. This is generally an excellent natural restorative remedy, therefore, taking these dried fruits in moderate doses will only benefit your body, especially in case of kidney diseases, thyroid gland damage, and diabetes mellitus.
Harm and contraindications of dried apricots
With low blood pressure (hypotension), dried apricots should be eaten in very small quantities. You should not abuse it, as it is fraught with indigestion or the manifestation of allergic reactions.
Choose dark brown or dark orange dried apricots, as they are healthier than bright dried apricots, which are colored chemically.
Due to its high calorie content, it is not recommended to use it in large quantities for overweight people, this can be harmful.
Dried apricots for breastfeeding:
lactating women should use this product with caution, as it can cause allergies and gas formation in the baby. The best option: dried apricots in compote - so it will be better absorbed when breastfeeding. In general, in the first months of breastfeeding (up to 3 months), it is better to refrain from using it, and only then it will be possible to eat it in any form, including as a component of desserts, salads, meat and hot dishes.
Video: the use of dried apricots
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