Nuts and dried fruits: health benefits

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Dried fruits are a true storehouse of vitamins and healthy substances. They contain elements necessary for the full functioning of the human body such as magnesium, pectin, calcium, iron, phosphorus, fiber, carbohydrates. These products have a beneficial effect on the work of internal organs, help in the fight against many diseases, improve digestion and increase mood. Compared to fresh fruits, dried fruits are a concentrate of valuable substances. And all due to its dry state, in which the useful trace elements appear to be "preserved." Therefore, they are high in calories and provide rapid saturation. It is recommended that dried fruits be consumed in the cold season, when the body needs vitamins. They can be stored for a long time and, therefore, can be taken with you on a long trip or hiking. This product will not take up much space and will not allow you to stay hungry. Give the student a handful of dried fruit as a snack. Nuts will be useful for pregnant women and people engaged in mental work. It is enough to consume 100-200 grams of dried fruit per day to provide the body with all the vitamins necessary for it. There is an opinion that dried fruits should not be included in your diet during the diet due to their caloric content. In fact, its health benefits outweigh the damage to the figure. The main thing is to eat dried fruits in the morning, when calories are consumed much faster. In addition, they saturate quickly and do not cause a feeling of heaviness in the stomach.

Dried apricots.

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It is rich in vitamins A, C and B, and also includes the most useful elements: magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and iron. It is used to normalize the work of the intestine, improve vision and condition of the skin and hair. It is beneficial for anemia, deficiency of spring vitamins and cardiovascular diseases. It is recommended to use this dried fruit as a health promoting agent.

Prunes.

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Normalizes and accelerates the metabolism, has a positive effect on digestion, improves the functionality of the kidneys and removes excess salt from the body. Improves vision due to the abundance of pectin and carotene in the composition. It will be useful for rheumatism, atherosclerosis and liver diseases. High levels of potassium contribute to the normal functioning of the cardiac system and protect against heart-related diseases.

Figs.

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It contains vitamins A, C, group B, as well as the following trace elements: iron, phosphorus, calcium and sodium. Prevents the appearance of cancer cells. It positively affects the thyroid gland, helps in the treatment of the bronchial tubes and eliminates parasites from the body. It is rich in potassium, which regulates the work of the cardiac and nervous system. Useful to strengthen the immune system.

Dates.

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They are a better source of energy compared to other types of dried fruits. They contain a lot of vitamin B5, which increases working capacity and improves concentration. This dried fruit will help to deal with headaches and colds, and all thanks to the component, which in its structure repeats one of the ingredients of aspirin.

Raisins.

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It contains useful vitamins A, C and B. It is incredibly rich in the following substances: magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and iron. Its use is recommended by pregnant women, with vitamin deficiency, diseases of the nervous or cardiovascular system. Cope with iron deficiency and help you gain strength after a long illness.

Walnuts.

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Walnuts will delight not only with their flavor, but also with incredible benefits for the whole organism. They contain vitamins E, A, group B, as well as elements such as iron, calcium, potassium, phosphorus. They contain enough protein, but because vegetarians successfully replace them with meat. It is only worth considering that you need to eat nuts of different types to get the necessary proteins. Of course, nuts are a calorie-rich product and can cause allergies. But as already mentioned in the block with dried fruits, so as not to damage their figure, nuts can be consumed in the morning. About 100 grams of nuts are recommended per day. This will be enough to saturate your body with the necessary vitamins and elements. Like dried fruits, nuts can be stored for a long time, without losing their beneficial, nutritional and flavor properties. This product can be taken with you on a long trip and consumed in situations where there is no opportunity or time for a full meal.

Pistachios.

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They help recover after heavy sports, physical activity or prolonged illness. They have a invigorating and invigorating effect. The product is useful for people with chronic anemia, venous inflammation, tuberculosis and obesity. Positive effect on the state of the liver and the heart.

Hazelnuts.

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Rich in nutrients, in particular: magnesium, potassium, B vitamins. Helps cope with varicose veins, diabetes, chronic fatigue, prostate diseases. It is used for the prevention of diseases of the cardiovascular system and the treatment of chronic anemia. It is indicated for obese people, as it helps to get enough quickly. The composition contains a large amount of antioxidants and monounsaturated fats.

Almonds.

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It is considered one of the healthiest nuts. It contains a large amount of magnesium, zinc and calcium, as well as proteins and phosphorus. The higher content of vitamin E will provide the skin with a healthy appearance and slow aging. The product is useful for bone tissue, liver, heart and nervous system.

Peanuts.

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Rich in protein, folic acid, antioxidants. It helps improve attention and strengthen memory. It is useful for normal functioning of the liver, nervous and cardiovascular system. It includes substances that lower cholesterol.

Pinions.

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They contain 10 times more vitamins than other types of nuts, and several times more amino acids than in meat and milk. Useful to grow the organisms of children and fade the elderly, prolonging their life.
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