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What are raisins? The shriveled yellow, brown, or purple morsels known as raisins are actually grapes that have been dried in the sun or in a food dehydrator. Raisins are commonly used: as a salad topping mixed into oatmeal in yogurt in granola or cereal You also may have eaten them baked into delicious cookies, breads, and muffins. Despite their small size, raisins are packed with energy and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Raisins are naturally sweet and high in sugar and calories, but they’re beneficial to our health when eaten in moderation. In fact, raisins can aid digestion, boost...

Rich in various nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants, dates are popular throughout the world and are consumed as a dried fruit. A 2014 review conducted by researchers at the Qassim University, Saudi Arabia and Suez Canal University, Egypt states that dates are beneficial in treating various conditions due to their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor properties. What are Dates? Dates are sweet fruits of date palm tree scientifically known as Phoenix dactylifera. They are one of the best versatile foods that can regulate the digestive process and have gained popularity in recent times. Date palm trees are cultivated all over the world especially across tropical regions. You...

The health benefits of grapefruits are many and nearly rival many other fruits. A glass of chilled grapefruit juice, especially in summer, helps boost levels of vitamin C in your body, which makes them a nutritious fruit amongst various citrus fruits. Grapefruits are packed with the benefits derived from various nutrients and vitamins, including potassium and lycopene. Along with these, they also contain calcium, sugar, and phosphorous. In terms of culinary value, these fruits are regularly included in breakfast as a refreshing and energizing start to the day. What are Grapefruits? Grapefruits are fruits that are high in fiber and low in calories (source: USDA), and they contain bioflavonoids and...

Pomelo is a citrus fruit that has a number of health benefits for people. For those people willing to do a bit of searching for this fruit, these impressive health benefits of pomelo include its ability to boost the immune system, improve digestion, lower blood pressure, and reduce cramping. It may also help reduce signs of premature aging, aid in weight loss, and boost oral and dental health. What is a Pomelo or Pummelo? Pomelo is considered a citrus fruit and it is closely related to grapefruits and other members of the Citrus genus.Its scientific name is Citrus maxima because it is the largest citrus fruit. The closest in size to these...

Oranges are the most popular fruits in the world, and with good reason, due to their versatility and impressive health benefits.What are Oranges? Oranges are the hybrid citrus fruit scientifically known as Citrus x sinensis and are actually a cross between the pomelo and mandarin fruit. Also commonly known as a “sweet orange”, it is the most widely cultivated fruit tree in the world. Bearing a sweet, juicy fruit inside a firm orange rind and a layer of white pith, oranges are storehouses of nutrition and other active ingredients that can benefit the body in many ways. In cultivation for roughly 4,500 years, these fruits...