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Health Benefits of Raisins

Raisins are indispensable when it comes to dryfruits. Those golden, green or black colored delicacies are favorites of

almost everybody, especially children. Raisins are widely used worldwide in cuisines (especially in desserts), health

tonics, as snacks and also asfoodfor mountaineers, trekkers etc.Raisins are obtained by dryinggrapes(green or black), either in sun or in driers, and look like golden, green or black

gems. Indeed they are like gems when their nutritional values and health benefits are considered.

Let us watch their brilliance.

Constipation: When ingested,raisinsswell as thefiberpresent in them in dried form absorbswater. This helps

giving relief inconstipation.

Weight Gain: Raisins, like all dryfruits, are very good for gaining weight, as they are full of fructose and glucose and

give a lot of energy. Thus, they form an ideal part of the diet for either athletes or body builders who need a lot of

energy or those who want to put on weight, without accumulating cholesterol. This is further boosted due to presence

of many vitamins, amino acids andminerals(such as selenium,phosphorusetc.) in raisins which facilitate absorption of

other nutrients and proteins in the body.

Acidosis: Acidosis is a state of increasedacidityof the blood (also known as toxicity of the blood) or of the gases in

our respiratory system, the source of acids for both being our stomach. This is very harmful for the body as it may

give rise to a number of problems likeboils, skin diseases and damage to the internal organs,arthritis, gout, renal

calculi,hair loss, heart diseases, tumors and evencancer. Raisins are good source ofpotassiumandmagnesium(two of

the most popular constituents of antacids, being basic in nature) both of which are very effective in reducingacidity.

They neutralize the acids and thus help check acidosis.

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Anemia: Raisins contain considerable amount ofironwhich directly helps treating anemia. It also contains many

members of vitamin-B complex which are essential for formation of blood. Copper in them also help formation of red

blood cells.

Fever: Phenolic Phytonutrients, well known for their germicidal, anti biotic and anti oxidant properties, are present inabundance in raisins and help curefeverby fighting viral and bacterial infections.

Sexual Weakness: Raisins are known to stimulate libido and induce arousal, primarily due to presence of an amino

acid called Arginine, which is beneficial in treating problems in erection. It has been a common practice inIndiato

make the bride and the groom drink a glass ofmilkeach, boiled with raisins and added with a pinch of saffron. It is

also recommended for those suffering from sexual weakness, to consume raisins regularly. This effect is a ided with

the presence of lot of energy in raisins.

Bone Health: While Calcium, which is the main constituent of bones, is present in raisins, it is one of the best

sources of Boron, a micro nutrient (a nutrient required by the body in very small amount as compared to other

nutrients) which is very necessary for proper bone formation and absorption ofcalcium. Boron is particularly helpful in

preventing osteoporosis induced by menopause in women and is very beneficial for bones and joints.

Eye Care: Raisins contain polyphenolic phytonutrients which have anti oxidant properties which are very good for

ocular health, as they protect eyes from damages caused by free radicals (oxidants), such as macular degeneration,

age related weakening of vision, cataract etc. In addition, it contains very good amount of vitamin-A, A-Beta Carotene

and A-Carotenoid, all of which are essential for a good ocular health.

Dental Care: Oleanolic Acid, one of the phytochemicals present in raisins, plays crucial role in protecting your teeth

against tooth decay, cavities, brittleness of teeth etc. It effectively prevents growth of Streptococcus Mutans and

Porphyromonas Gingivalis, two of the species of bacteria which are most responsible for cavities and other dental

problems. In addition, it is rich incalciumwhich is very good for promoting dental health, as it prevents breaking or

peeling away of teeth and enamel and makes them strong. One more interesting thing about raisins is that the longer

they stick to your teeth, the better, as it ensures longer contact of Oleanolic Acid with the teeth preventing growth ofbacteria. In addition to above,boronpresent in raisins plays a very important role in checking growth of germs in the

mouth as well promotes health of bones and teeth.

Other Benefits: Catechin, a phenolic anti oxidant present in raisins, is very effective for prevention of tumor

andcancerof colon. The fibers in it help excretion of bile from the body, burning of cholesterol and thereby ensuring

good cardiac health.

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