Dried plums, also known as prunes
- Rich in fiber
- Help with digestion
- Prevent constipation.
- It also contains sorbitol, a type of acid that increases stool frequency.
Prunes can
- Help with heart health
- Lowering blood pressure
- Encouraging healthy cholesterol levels.
- A 2020 study found that eating 200 calories of prunes a day reduced chronic disease risk by lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.
- It can help with bone health, as it contains polyphenol, an antioxidant that may reduce heart disease risk and diabetes risk.
- Another benefit of prunes is that they suppress hunger hormones, such as ghrelin, which can help reduce appetite and allow for a longer period of time between meals.
- Prunes are also
- High in potassium
- High in vitamins
- Good sources of iron
- Build healthy bones.
However, there are some drawbacks to eating prunes, such as allergies, increased diarrhea risk, gastrointestinal distress, and exposure to Acrylamide.