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Dried apricots benefits and side effects on health

Deepak Raula by Deepak Raula
August 16, 2022
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One of the healthiest fruits in the world is the apricot. Apricot is a fruit that is widely grown in hilly areas and has wonderful health benefits. The apricot has a delicate peel and is orange to yellow in hue. The tree is 8 to 10 meters tall and has leaves and branches that are spread out widely. Apricots, which are abundant in vitamins and minerals, are used to make jams and jellies in addition to being consumed raw. One of the best additions you can make to your diet is dried apricot; there are multiple dried apricots benefits.

Dried Apricots Benefits for Health

  • Good For Healthy Digestion – It is well known that eating enough dried apricots will decrease stomach acidity. This is because apricots contain alkali substances, which, when consumed, neutralize too much acidity in the stomach. Additionally, because the stomach’s acidity is reduced, digestion is automatically improved.
  • Increased Oxygen Levels – Due to their high iron content, dried apricots can aid in the formation of hemoglobin—the protein that carries oxygen—when consumed in sufficient amounts. Therefore, eating dried apricots is associated with a rise in the quantity of oxygen delivered to the organs, which boosts productivity and helps the organs perform efficiently.
  • Improves Lung Health – A higher intake of magnesium is also associated with the eating of dried apricots. Like any other mineral, magnesium taken directly helps in the relaxing of the muscles and nerves. Its advantages also extend to the respiratory system since it functions as an anti-inflammatory agent, which keeps the cells from becoming inflamed and facilitates breathing.
  • Maintains Blood Pressure – The high magnesium content of dried apricots has a calming and relaxing effect that could be helpful in controlling the consumer’s blood pressure. When consumed, magnesium aids in reducing the blood vessels’ inflammatory reaction. Additionally, it has a dilation effect on the arteries, facilitating a smooth flow of blood and controlling blood pressure.
  • Helps Skin – Dried apricots’ antioxidant content helps the skin maintain its natural structure while lowering the likelihood of free radical damage. Free radicals, also known as free oxygen atoms, are prevalent in the blood and have a propensity to mix with healthy cells, causing oxidative stress that damages the cell walls. But when consumed, antioxidants like vitamins work to bind with these free radicals and stop them from harming healthy cells.
  • Vitamin K Content – Another one of those critically important micronutrients that the body needs for healthy operation is vitamin K. In fact, dried apricots are an excellent source of vitamin K. At the very least, vitamin K promotes healthy platelet counts and speeds up blood clotting, helping to reduce excessive bleeding after an accident.
  • Helps During Pregnancy – Including dried apricot in one’s daily diet can aid in boosting energy levels since it is advantageous for regulating blood flow throughout the body and raising the concentration of oxygen in the blood. This makes dried apricots a fantastic pregnancy food option, and their mineral richness supports the fetus’s proper development.

Side Effects of Apricots 

You can find many foods in the market with the same health benefits as apricots and side effects which can be ignored; however, that is not the case with dried apricots, as excess consumption of dried apricots can cause you serious harm. 

Apricots and other dried fruits should not be consumed in excess since they might hasten weight gain. Dried apricots’ high caloric content is what causes them to contribute to weight gain. If you regularly eat a lot of dried fruits, you will quickly gain weight. So, be cautious with the amount. 

Dried apricots should be avoided if you have lung issues like asthma since you may be extremely sensitive to the sulfide content in them, which might lead to severe breathing problems and allergies.

Planning and controlling how much-dried apricots are taken can help to maximize both their positive nature and help you against side effects. If you are suffering from any medical condition, it is important to talk to your doctor before including dried apricots in your daily diet.

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