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Because apricots are dried at low temperatures, they not only retain a high content of vital and mineral substances, but are also characterized by their unique distinctive taste.
Apricots contain so many beneficial substances that they are called the fruit of health. And this is doubly true for the dried ones. Proper drying not only prevents them from losing their nutrients, but they also contain, for example, much more iron. Dried apricots thus significantly improve blood formation and can improve the blood picture.
What do dried apricots contain?
They contain a high amount of vitamin C, which strengthens immunity and favorably affects heart function.
Thiamine oversees the proper function of the nervous system. Another of the B vitamins is pantothenic acid. Its deficiency can cause depression, poor digestion and ulcers. The orange color indicates a large amount of beta-carotene, which gives the body pigment and is also an important antioxidant effective in prevention against cancerous diseases.
Also important is the high content of carotenoids, which act beneficially as a prevention of night blindness. Thanks to the high fiber content they are an excellent remedy for people suffering from constipation. Potassium, of which there is a large amount in apricots, regulates pulse, blood pressure and the amount of fluid in cells. The content of folic acid is significant. This acid reduces the risk of senile dementia and acts as a prevention of Alzheimer’s disease. Silicon helps the health of nails, skin and hair. Apricots also lower cholesterol levels, help improve asthma and reduce feelings of fatigue and stress. For this reason American astronauts took them on space flights.
What else can they do?
Dried apricots have a high mineral content
Because apricots are dried at low temperatures, they not only retain a high content of vital and mineral substances, but are also characterized by their unique distinctive taste.
Dried apricots = slowing the growth of leukemia cells.
Scientists have proven that retinoic acid from apricots prevents uncontrolled growth of leukemia cells.
Dried apricots = provide energy.
Dried apricots are a concentrated source of energy. Just a few dried fruits can restore lost energy in a very short time. American astronauts also took them with them on space flights.
Dried apricots = act antibacterial
Apricots contain a lot of salicylic acid, which acts antibacterial, can destroy pathogenic germs in the stomach and intestines and also stop putrefactive processes.
Dried apricots = help undisturbed sleep
Did you know that 3-4 dried apricots before bed can reduce the need to urinate during the night?
Dried apricots have a low glycemic index
Dried apricots have a low glycemic index, so they will not disturb your blood sugar level.
Dried apricots = superfood
Apricots contain salicylic acid, a high content of the flavonoid quercetin (Q10), which is known as a scavenger of free radicals. Salicylic acid acts antibacterial.
Dried apricots are pure bioactive packages with almost five times the effect of fresh ones.
