Description
Description
Plums are packed with various nutrients, including fiber and antioxidants. They may have been one of the first fruits domesticated by humans. The possible reason? Their incredible benefits.
They're known to help treat constipation and diabetes and may even prevent heart disease and cancer. There are more ways prunes can be beneficial for you. In this post, we'll discuss their benefits in detail.
Health benefit
Being low in calories – 46 kcal per 100g.
- Does not contain saturated fats;
- They contain various compounds, such as minerals, dietary fiber and vitamins, as well as sorbitol and isatin, known to help regulate the functioning of the digestive system and thus relieve constipation.
- Ripe plums are a moderate source of vitamin C, a powerful natural antioxidant. Furthermore, foods rich in vitamin C help the body develop resistance against infectious agents and inflammation, and eliminate harmful free radicals.
- Fresh plums, especially yellow ones, are a source of beta-carotene and vitamin A, which is essential for vision, but also helps prevent lung and oral cavity cancer;
- Contains flavonoid polyphenolic antioxidants, such as lutein, cryptoxanthin, and zeaxanthin, in reasonable amounts. These compounds help eliminate free radicals and reactive oxygen species that play a role in the aging process. Zeaxanthin is an important carotenoid concentrated in the macula lutea of the retina, providing antioxidant and protects the retina from harmful ultraviolet rays;
- It's rich in minerals such as potassium fluoride and iron. Iron is necessary for the formation of red blood cells, while potassium is an important component of cellular and body fluids, helping to control heart rate and blood pressure.
- It's a moderate source of B vitamins, such as niacin and pantothenic acid. These vitamins act as cofactors and help the body metabolize carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
They are rich in potassium, an essential mineral that, together with sodium, participates in the transmission of nerve impulses and muscle contraction.
Nutritional Declaration
| Nutritional Table |
% VD (*) |
| Calories (energy value) |
46.00 kcal |
2.30% |
| Net carbs |
10.00 g |
– |
| Carbohydrates |
11.40 g |
3.80% |
| Proteins |
0.70 g |
0.23% |
| Total fat |
0.28 g |
0.51% |
| Saturated fats |
0.02 g |
0.09% |
| Dietary fiber |
1.40 g |
5.60% |
| Sodium |
0.00 mg |
0.00% |
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Origin
Credits: clinica persona.
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