Everyone knows about the value of dried fruits - even in small quantities, they quickly and permanently satisfy hunger. The most popular and sought-after product in our country is dried prunes. First of all, this dried fruit should not be neglected by the fair sex. What exactly is its benefit to the female body, as well as who should not use it, will be described later.

Calorie content and chemical composition

Prunes are a nutritious food. In ten fruits (an average of 100 g), there are 230–250 kcal. The energy value and chemical composition of 100 g of this dried fruit look like this:

Indicator	amount
Sugar, g	60
Proteins, %	2, 3
Fats, g	0.7
Proteins, g	2.6
Fiber, g	9
Water g	32, 4
Carbohydrates, g	55.6
Ash, g	1.9
Dietary fiber, g	9

Did you know? To get 1 kg of prunes, you have to process 5 kg of plums.

Vitamins
B (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9), mg	0.049-0.419
A, mcg	38.7
E mg	0.427
K, mcg	59.49
PP mg	1, 879
Alpha carotene, mcg	56
Beta-carotene, mg	0.06
Ascorbic acid, mg	0.58
Biotin, mcg	0.7

Minerals
Aluminum, mcg	336
Boron, mcg	57
Vanadium, mcg	6
Iron mg	3
Iodine, mcg	0.75–1
Potassium mg	731.3
Calcium mg	42.11
Cobalt, mcg	3.8
Silicon mg	19.5
Magnesium mg	40.84
Manganese, mg	0.3
Copper, mcg	424
Molybdenum, mcg	9.5
Sodium, mg	1.94
Nickel, mcg	60
Rubidium, mcg	42
Selenium, mcg	2, 3
Sulfur, mg	43
Phosphorus mg	68, 773
Fluorine, mcg	3, 966
Chlorine mg	3
Zinc mg	0.54

Prune properties for women

The exceptional composition of this dried fruit saturates the body with useful components, helps cells get rid of free radicals and generally has a beneficial effect on the body.

Did you know? There is a theory that the first dried plums spread on the territory of the modern Caspian coast in the VI century. BC e. Scientists believe that it was the local tribes who dried plums to increase their shelf life.

Benefits and healing properties

Eating this dried fruit is without a doubt very beneficial for women's health.

• This product allows you to achieve the following results:
• Prevention of constipation. dried fruit contains fiber, which is a natural laxative. The product promotes better passage of food through the digestive tract.
• The fight against infectious diseases. Being a natural antiseptic, dried fruit inhibits the growth of certain pathogens (salmonella, E. coli, etc.). If it enters the oral cavity, the product serves as a prevention of caries.
• Stabilization of blood pressure. With regular use, you can forget about hypertension.
• Prevention of vitamin deficiency. In addition, the product also serves as the prevention of iron deficiency anemia.
• Activation of brain function. Thanks to glucose and B vitamins, memory improves.
• Vision improvement. Vitamins A, C, E help prevent eye pathologies.
• Strengthening the nervous system. B vitamins help to get rid of depressive conditions.
• Activation of secretion of gastric juice. Using dried plums, you can stabilize the weight.
• The prevention of cancer. Dried fruit contains antioxidants that inhibit the appearance of cancer cells.
• Prevention of osteoporosis. It becomes possible thanks to calcium.

Important! Despite the high nutritional value and sugar concentration, a moderate amount of prunes is used in diets for weight correction.

It is very important to use dried fruit for women during menopause, when a sharp drop in estrogen provokes the development of osteoporosis. This product is not only contraindicated for pregnant women, but is also recommended, because it is a supplier of essential vitamins and minerals, and with the addition of dried apricots and figs - a prevention of constipation. At the same time, stool normalization occurs smoothly, without negative consequences for the unborn child.

Possible contraindications and harm

• It is not recommended to use dried fruit and dishes with it for such pathologies:
• diabetes;
• obesity (the product contains a large amount of sugar);
• nursing mothers (can cause an allergy in the baby and bloating);
• urolithiasis (causes exacerbation);
• an allergic reaction to the product;
• digestive system disorder (recommended to use in small quantities).

How to choose a quality prune

Unfortunately, not all manufacturers of prunes are conscientious, therefore, to get the maximum benefit from this dried fruit, you need to learn how to choose it correctly.

Important! High-quality prunes have a sweet taste with a slight acidity. It is juicy, resilient, slightly soft and not over-dried.

So, the product must meet the following requirements:

1. To have no odors and not to be too beautiful. The smell of smoked and rancid oil indicates a poor-quality product.
2. The surface should be smooth, plain, black. Slight gloss.
3. Bones are welcome. Despite the fact that such a fetus carries the risk of breaking a tooth, it is less processed by chemicals, since it is more resistant to spoilage.
4. The fruits should not have a coffee-brown hue, as well as a bitter taste - this indicates a violation of the processing.

Externally, prunes can be either matte or glossy, which indicates the release of sugar during drying.

Features of the use of prunes

This dried fruit is used to make desserts, sweets, salads. And traditional healers use the fruits to get rid of a whole range of problems. Moreover, a clear answer to the question of how many fruits a day to eat does not exist. It all depends on the goal. But, in any case, the daily rate should not exceed 100 g.

In folk medicine

Healers have over a hundred recipes using this product. On its basis decoctions, tinctures, compresses, ointments are made.

You will be interested to know if plums can be breastfed.

The scope of the dried fruit is diverse:

1. For weight loss and cleansing the body of toxins. Twist dried plums, raisins, dried apricots, rosehips and figs in a meat grinder (4: 1: 1: 2: 2). Add senna grass to the mixture, mix everything and add honey to taste. To use in the morning and in the evening on a tablespoon. Keep refrigerated.
2. To normalize blood pressure. You should regularly eat 5 fruits per day. You can add chopped product to tea.
3. Prevention of osteoporosis. During the day, it is recommended to eat 100 g of dried fruit.
4. From constipation. There are several recipes. The most effective is infusion. 100 g of product pour 0.4 l of boiling water and leave for 5 hours in a thermos. Such an infusion is drunk before meals.
5. From corns. Dried fruit is boiled in milk and applied to corns. You need to hold until the moment when painful sensations appear. As a rule, this is 7-10 minutes.

In cosmetology

Due to its rich composition, prunes are effective in various cosmetic masks:

1. Anti-aging. Prunes and dried apricots (1: 2) are steamed and chopped. Then add 1 grated apple, 1 egg yolk, a teaspoon of sour cream, olive oil and alcohol camphor (10 drops each). The resulting composition (thin layer) lubricate the face and décolleté and leave for 35–40 minutes. After that, the mask is washed off with warm water and lubricated with moisturizing skin cream.
2. Against acne. 4 fruits are poured with hot water and left for 30 minutes. Then dried fruit knead, add 2 tbsp. l starch. With this composition, the affected areas are lubricated and left for 25-30 minutes. Wash off with cool water.
3. To nourish the skin. Coarse dried fruit is steamed, chopped, 2 tbsp are added. l low-fat yogurt, a little bran and mix. This mask is applied for 10-15 minutes. Wash off with mineral water.
4. Soothing. 2 large dried fruits are steamed, chopped, put honey (1 tsp) and wheat flour (1 tbsp.). The composition is applied to problem areas for 15-20 minutes. Wash off with warm water.

Check out the varieties of plums for drying.

In cooking

Of course, dried fruit has found its application in cooking. It is added to sweets and various desserts. For example, prunes in chocolate are much healthier than other sweets, and cooking it at home is easy and simple. Dried fruit is also added to baking, and not only to the filling, but also to the dough. Perfect for decoration.

Put dried plums in salads. It is ideally combined with root crops. In addition to salads, dried fruit is added to meat dishes. Put it in a side dish and even soups. Prunes are also canned and included in drinks. Syrups and sauces are prepared on the basis of this product. This dried fruit is also found in pilaf recipes.

Tips for consuming and storing prunes

When processing into the final product, third-party substances could leak. To get rid of them, dried fruit is pre-soaked in cool water for 15-20 minutes. This time is enough for all harmful substances to come out.

Important! Dried fruit should be stored separately from other products, especially with a specific smell - prunes absorb them well.

There are two ways to store dried fruit:

1. In tanks. Glass, plastic or wooden - it does not matter. The main thing is to store in a cool, dark, dry place.
2. In zip packages. To do this, the product is laid out in small portions. It is not necessary to tighten packages. Store in the refrigerator on the door.

For short-term storage, dried fruit can be packed in cloth bags. Shelf life is 3-6 months. Prunes are a unique assistant for the work of all organs. This healing treat is liked by both children and adults. The main thing is to choose a quality product and keep in mind the limitations and contraindications.