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Dried Fruits
Raisins

Introduction

*Raisins are ‘dried grapes’, the fruits of the plant, Vitus vinifera.

*These are generally made from various seedless varieties of grapes.

*They are light to dark brown in color, sweet chewy flesh with wrinkled skins around them.

*They are eaten raw or used in making cookies, cakes, puddings, etc.

*Buying and storage: Select good quality of raisins, unsulphured if possible. Store in an airtight container ro a zip-lock bag at room temperature and they will keep well for several weeks.

Is it raw?

Yes and No.
*Yes, dried or dehydrated raisins are raw.
*No, because sometimes raisns at the supermarkets are sulphured to extend the shelf life. Make sure you read the label.

Health Benefits

1. Raisins are a good source of polyphenols, the phytochemicals that are beneficial for our health.

2. Flavonols are a type of these phytochemicals present in raisins (and grapes) that have antioxidant activity. They are effective in scavenging the free radicals and preserve the integrity of cell membranes.

3. They are low in sodium and have good amounts of potassium. This helps to maintain the blood pressure and reduces water retention. Potassium is also important for active muscles and nerves.

4. Good source of copper, which reduces the risk of inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, enhances the activity of enzymes that are needed to maintain the elasticity of blood vessels, ligaments and joints.

5. Good source of manganese, which is an essential cofactor in many enzymatic reactions in the body, especially in the production of energy and antioxidants defenses.

6. Moderate source of iron, which helps in respiration at the cellular level by synthesizing hemoglobin that helps to carry oxygen to cells.

7. Good source of boron, the mineral that provides protection against osteoporosis.

8. Moderate source of magnesium. It helps in relieving fatigue, relaxing the muscles, nerves and blood vessels, thus relieving the symptoms of asthma, migraine headaches, tension and soreness in muscles etc.

9. Good source of dietary fiber. It adds roughage to the contents of the intestines, promotes satiety, promotes the health of the colon, and also helps in relieving constipation, hemorrhoids, diverticular disorders, etc.

10. High dietary fiber creates a sense of fullness in the stomach, thus it also aids weight loss.

Nutritional Information per Serving:
 
Serving Size100 g of Raisins
 
% Daily Requirements
 
Total Calories29915%
Calories from fat3.8 
 
Total fat0.5 g1%
Saturated fat0.1 g0%
Trans fat0 g 
Cholesterol0 g0%
 
Total carbohydrate79.2 g26%
Dietary fiber3.7 g15%
Sugars59 g 
 
Protein3.1 g6%
 
Minerals
 
Calcium50 mg5%
Iron2 mg10%
Magnesium32 mg8%
Phosphorus101 mg10%
Potassium749 mg21%
Sodium11 mg0%
Zinc0.2 mg1%
Copper0.3 mg16%
Manganese0.3 mg15%
Selenium0.6 mcg1%
 
Vitamins
 
Thiamine0.1 mg4%
Riboflavin0.1 mg5%
Niacin0.8 mg4%
Vitamin B60.2 mg9%
Folic acid0.5 mcg1%
Vitamin C2.3 mg4%
Vitamin E0.1 mg1%
Vitamin K3.5 mcg4%
 
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