Description
Description
In addition to being excellent for the intestines, black plums are full of vitamins and minerals, with lots of dietary fiber, low in calories, and no harmful fats.
Among the main components of black plums, sorbitol stands out. Sorbitol is a sugar that stimulates the intestines, making them function more easily. Plums also provide dietary fiber and are low in calories, without harmful fats.
Among the vitamins present in black plums, vitamins A, B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6 (pyridoxine), C, E (alpha-tocopherol) and vitamin K stand out. As for minerals, it contains potassium, fluorine, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, calcium and zinc.
Benefits of Black Plum
- Improves digestion and bowel function: The fruit contains a high fiber content and nutrients that facilitate bowel movement. This laxative property comes mainly from the skin and pulp and is also useful for reducing bloating. The sorbitol and isatin present in plums have a laxative effect, stimulating the secretion of fluids in the intestine and promoting the efficient flushing of waste through the colon. They are also a good source of dietary fiber, which helps regulate the digestive system.
- Strengthens bones: Contains flavonoids (such as caffeic acid and rutin) that help inhibit bone tissue degradation and prevent diseases such as postmenopausal osteoporosis, caused by ovarian hormone deficiency. Polyphenols and potassium encourage bone repair, increasing bone density. Research has shown that regular consumption of prunes helps restore bone density lost due to aging.
- Good for diabetics: Plums have antihyperglycemic effects and help fight diabetes. Studies have shown that consuming plum extracts helps reduce blood glucose and triglyceride levels. The flavonoids in plums help prevent insulin resistance.
- Improves immunity: Plums are beneficial in strengthening the body's immune system due to their vitamin C content. This promotes the body's resistance against various infections and inflammation. Research has shown that plums contain components that stimulate the production of nitric oxide in the body, a component known to inhibit tumor cell metastasis.
- Relieves anxiety: Regular consumption of plums helps reduce anxiety. Studies have proven the anxiolytic effects and antioxidant properties of the chlorogenic acids present in plums, which help heal anxiety-related behaviors and damage caused by oxidative stress.
- Keeps skin healthy: Plums are rich in vitamin C, along with other antioxidants that help maintain healthy, radiant, and youthful skin. Eating plums helps reduce dark spots and wrinkles due to the presence of anti-aging nutrients. Plum extracts are used in various skincare products.
- Helps in blood clotting: Plums contain vitamin K, which aids in normal blood clotting and promotes bone health. Vitamin K deficiency can result in excessive blood loss and other health problems, such as weak bones.
Nutritional Declaration
| Nutritional Table |
% VD (*) |
| Calories (energy value) |
12.00 kcal |
0.60% |
| Net carbs |
2.84 g |
– |
| Carbohydrates |
3.19 g |
1.06% |
| Proteins |
0.11 g |
0.04% |
| Total fat |
0.02 g |
0.03% |
| Saturated fats |
0.00 g |
0.02% |
| Dietary fiber |
0.36 g |
1.42% |
| Sodium |
0.10 mg |
0.00% |
Name
Black Plum.
Conditions of Conservation and/or Use
Dry and cool place.
Origin
Portugal
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