Benefits of dry fruits

Benefits of dry fruits
Dry fruits are packed with various vitamins, essential fats and nutrients, they keep you healthy

and fit. They also have a number of skin benefits too. That is why, it is not surprising to see a

number of dry fruits as the core ingredient of beauty products.Dried fruits generally contains more

fiber than the same-sized serving of their fresh counterparts. Fiber helps keep your digestive

system running smoothly.Dried fruit is fruit from which the majority of the original water content

has been removed either naturally, through sun drying, or through the use of specialized dryers or

dehydrators.Some of the benefits of dry fruits.

ALMONDS

Almonds are high on unsaturated fats apart from having vitamin B1, iron, phosphorus and copper.

Regular intake of almonds helps the body to create new blood cells, raise the haemoglobin levels

and aid the desired functioning of all the crucial organs of your system.They not only aid in weight

loss but also help in lowering cholesterol and lipids in the body. Their high fibre content and

probiotic properties help maintain a healthy digestive system and are also known to rejuvenate the

skin and promote hair growth.
Pistachios

The health benefits of this dry fruit include maintaining hemoglobin levels and fighting the signs

of ageing as it is high in vitamin E. Pistachios also help you maintain good eyesight and boost

immunity. The vitamin A & E content impart anti-inflammatory properties to pistachios, which make

them a natural substitute to treat minor inflammations.

Raisins.

Raisins are nothing but dried grapes which can be of the green and black variety. They are high in

sugar content and are very beneficial in wasting diseases. This makes it very handy when you are

recovering from a certain disease or after a prolonged treatment.The sugar content in raisins provides

instant energy and helps lift your mood. Also, their high calcium content prevents osteoporosis and

in general maintains good bone health. Raisins are also known to have anti-bacterial properties

which help in fighting minor infections, prevent dental cavities and bad breath. Apart from this,

they have cholesterol-lowering properties, making them ideal for weight loss.
Walnuts

This is the only dry fruit or nut that contains the essential omega 3 fatty acid that comprises of

the alpha linolenic acid or ALA, linoleic acid and the arachidonic acid. They are high in the

mono-unsaturated fatty acids or MUFA. They are very good for the heart as they reduce the levels

of triglycerides. Walnuts are a powerhouse of nutrition. They are known to induce sleep and are

great to improve sleeping pattern. Walnuts are also good to help you lose weight as they contain

essential nutrients and provide satiety.Walnuts can be ground into a coarse powder and can be

mixed with your breakfast cereal or oats as it imparts a very nutty taste.
Dried apricots
Consuming these non-native fruits help reduce the risk of developing fatty liver disease. Their high

vitamin A content also improves eyesight. Apricots not only help reduce the risk of Age-Related

Macular Degeneration (ARMD) but also help cure it. Also, they help fight inflammation and improve

digestion. Apart from fighting anemia they also reduce the risk of heart disease.

Cashews

They are very rich in protein and fibre content. Since it does not have any cholesterol, it is high

on monosaturated fat which is great in improving the cardiovascular condition. With high antioxidant

levels, cashews also effectively eliminate the free radicals, thereby proving to be beneficial in

preventing and curing cancer.
Figs

Figs are one of the earliest fruits grown by man. Though figs are not available throughout the year,

dried figs (popularly known as anjeer in India) are available in all seasons and everywhere in the

world. Dried figs are rich in antioxidants. A study by Vinson JA and colleagues suggested that processed,

dried figs are superior to natural figs when it comes to antioxidants.3 pieces of dried figs contain

5 grams of fibre, which accounts for about 20% of our daily requirement.The high levels of antioxidants

in dried figs help to eliminate free radicals in your body that can damage blood vessels and result

in heart disease.