Are organic dried fruits healthy?
Fruits are an essential part to have a balanced diet and it is important that we consume at least three servings per day; if we consume them our organism will benefit due to the amount of vitamins, minerals, water and fiber that will be obtained from them, which will allow us to maintain a healthy lifestyle that will significantly increase our quality of life for longer.
Commonly people use to consume fruits in their natural state so many people wonder how healthy it is to consume organic dried fruits, or if this type of fruit gets us gain weight. Currently there is misinformation for this type of fruit, since many times people may consider that this type of fruit cause people gain weight, have added sugar, flavoring or some other preservative that makes them last longer. It is true that there are dried fruits that contain added sugar or flavorings, but not all products of this type are like that.
The process of dehydration of the fruit can be done by different methods, and in some cases crystallize it (added sugar) so that the sugar is responsible for keeping the fruit for a longer period of time. In Instantia we use ovens to dehydrate the fruit; we apply the heat method which eliminates the water from the fruits. This process causes fruits to lose water and therefore reduce their size and intensify nutrients, vitamins and flavors.
It is not true that all dehydrated fruit cause people to gain weight, to check it we must check the nutritional label to confirm that they do not contain added sugar or any other additive that changes its flavor or adds calories. On the other hand, the organic dried fruits like those that we sell in Instantia are recognized to be 100% natural. Dried fruits do not cause to gain more weight than fresh fruits; however, people should consume the recommended portions to avoid gaining weight. Sometimes, when seeing the size of these fruits, people may think that it is less, what happens is that it decreased its size, we simply have to consume the recommended portions and thus obtain all the benefits of fresh fruit.
Dehydrated fruit contains more calories than fresh fruit so it is recommended to eat small portions but it does not mean that you will get fat, you simply should not eat too much (like any other food). The benefits of organic dried fruits are that their nutritional value is four times that of fresh fruit so with less quantity we will obtain more benefits. The dehydrated fruit also contains a lot of fiber which helps considerably the intestinal transit and our body to eliminate the toxins that it does not need, it also helps our body absorb fat, fight constipation and stimulate the functioning of the liver.
Consuming this type of fruit also prevents the oxidation of the organism and its antioxidant content also helps to prevent premature aging and diseases such as cancer. Likewise, consuming dehydrated fruit helps to lower the bad cholesterol in the blood and to prevent the clogging of the arteries. The organic dried fruits brings many benefits to the people who consume them, it is important to mention that not only with eating fresh or dehydrated fruit will you automatically have a healthy life, it is still important to perform some physical activity during the day, in addition to the other foods that you consume every day, remember that this type of food it’s a complement of your daily diet.
Some of the benefits of dehydrated fruit compared to fresh fruit are that dehydrated fruits can be stored for up to a year in a closed container, eliminating water from their components and eliminating the proliferation of microorganisms that cause fruits to rot. This aspect is very important since you can easily take it anywhere and it is highly recommended for excursions, children’s lunch and even for pregnant women.
Organic dried fruits are excellent as snacks because with a small amount they help people feel satisfied due to the amount of fiber they have. In addition, they contain a greater amount of antioxidants and a disadvantage is that it decreases their contribution in vitamin C because this is a water-soluble vitamin so that when removing water, a part of this vitamin is eliminated with it, although it does not disappear completely.
At Instantia, we take care of the quality of our products that’s why we select the highest quality fruit from the best Mexican fields, and carefully process them using low temperatures to maintain the original properties of each fruit. During the drying process, if you do not take enough care you can lose the nourishment of fruits. For this reason, we care about each step of the production of our fruits. Since its cultivation, taking care that farmers comply with established quality standards, as well as organic fruit certifications so the nutrients are not lost and have a pleasant texture and taste.
We are committed to the health of our clients, and we want to share our culture with the world, creating healthy and delicious products. That is why all our products are 100% natural we never use additives, sugar or preservatives on any of them. And you will have the security that you are consuming organic food, completely natural, with the nutrients that you need to focus in health helping you to fulfill your daily activities.
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