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Scientists: dried fruits cure all diseases
Last reviewed: 01.07.2025
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Autumn has come, and the season of fresh fruits is coming to an end. But there is nothing to worry about, because the season of dried fruits is beginning – natural vitamin-mineral complexes given to us by nature itself. This is a natural and, of course, relatively cheap supplement to our daily diet.
Despite the fact that dried fruits are not very popular, they are very useful and can be used to cure almost any disease.
Plums
With osteoporosis, it is useful to eat plums - this is the largest natural source of boron. This mineral is irreplaceable in the loss of bone mass, it reduces this process. 3 mg per day is our daily requirement for this mineral.
Dates
If you are overwhelmed by fatigue, dates will save you. Feelings of exhaustion and fatigue cause a desire to eat something sweet. Dates are a great alternative. They have a low glycemic index. Dates should be eaten in combination with proteins, such as nuts, to feel full.
Cherry
Are you suffering from gout? Cherries! This berry contains anthocyanins. It is because of them that cherries are so valued. Anthocyanins are very good at relieving inflammatory conditions, which include arthritis, muscle pain, and gout. The ideal amount of cherries per day is half a cup.
Apricots
Apricots will save you from high blood pressure. Dried apricots are very rich in potassium. They are a godsend for hypertensive patients
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Strawberry
Strawberries can help with bladder infections. 20% of women who have ever had a bladder infection suffer from relapses. According to research, eating dried strawberries daily, just 42 grams, can inhibit the activity of E. coli bacteria in urine.
Prunes
Prunes can help with constipation. Our great-grandmothers knew that prunes can help with constipation. Naturally, they were right.
Fig
Figs will help with anemia. If you are not a fan of animal food, but prefer only plant food, then eat figs, because they will give you a quarter of your daily dose of iron.
In addition, dried fruits perfectly cleanse the intestines and support their functionality. Eat to your health!