We often think of prunes as a stool softener, it contains fibers and a sugar called sorbitol a stool loosening sugar. Prunes come from plums and it is said that the semi-dried fruit contains plenty of antioxidants that is more than that of blueberries. Because of this property, prunes helps to slow aging process of the brain and body. It also helps normalize blood circulation. Prunes have a high nutrient density and for this reason is a very good source of energy and vitality. For every 100 gms of prunes (about a cup), there are 1,890 IU of Vitamin A, 10 mg of Vit B (Thiamine), 16 mg of riboflavin, 1.7 mg of niacin, and 3 mg of Vit C. It also contains minerals such calcium (11 mg) iron (: (7 mg), phosphorus (85 mg), potassium (810 mg) but be careful because it contains also 71 mg of carbohydrates. Overall 100 gm of prunes is equivalent to 268 calories. Carbohydrates alone is 71 gm while the fat and protein content are 6 gms and 2.3 gms, respectively.
For a healthy dessert or a power drink, you can combine half a cup of prunes with one plum and blended with half a glass of soya milk.
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