Jumbo Golden Raisin, 200 g

Jumbo Golden Raisin, 250 g

Health
Benefits of Golden raisins

The
health benefits are explored below:

Gum
health

Raisins
help to reverse cavities and heal tooth decay. Research shows that it is
beneficial to maintain oral health as the fruit possess antimicrobial
properties that curb cavities and also heals tooth decay. It possesses
antimicrobial phytochemicals suppressing the growth of oral bacteria related
with gum disease and dental cavities. Raisins have oleanolic acid which
inhibits the growth of two species of oral bacteria: Streptococcus mutans and
Porphyromonas gingivalis.

Digestive
health

Raisins
are regarded to be fiber rich foods which acts like a digestion aid preventing
bathroom condition such as diarrhea and constipation. It offers both soluble
and insoluble fiber that assures healthy movement through intestinal tract by
lowering the chances of constipation and discouraging loose stools. Dried ones
have more calories and fiber.

Reduces
blood pressure

 Research has concluded that daily intake of
raisins helps to lower blood pressure significantly. Moreover, raisins have
potassium which maintains heart health. Potassium is a crucial mineral for
proper functioning of tissues, cells and organs in the human body. People with
diet enriched in potassium have low chances of stroke especially ischemic
stroke.

Diabetes
management

Study
shows that daily intake of raisins lowers glucose levels by 23 percent after
meal. It also had 19 percent reduction in fasting glucose and systolic blood
pressure. Research shows that raisins are helpful for patients with type II
diabetes. The presences of fiber also assist body to process natural sugars
found in raisins that prevents insulin spikes to manage diabetes naturally.

Cancer
prevention

Study
has shown that dried fruits such as raisins, prunes and dates have high
phenolic components that possess antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help to
prevent free radicals from cellular damage in the body. Free radicals are
responsible for causing spontaneous growth of cancer cells and growth of cancer
so antioxidant rich foods such as raisins are considered to be natural cancer
treatments. Besides increment in antioxidant levels, addition of raisins to the
diet also lowers cellular damage and ward off cancer.

Treat
acidity

Raisins
have high content of magnesium and potassium considered to be a remedy for
acidosis. Magnesium and potassium are also the common components of antacids as
it is regarded basic on the pH scale. There are two types of acidosis with
various causes such as increase in acidity of blood or gas in respiratory
system that result in skin diseases, boils, damage to internal organs, renal
calculi and gout.

Oral
health

Raisins
have high calcium required to strengthen and remineralize tooth enamel. Boron
found in these dried fruits restrains the growth of oral germs and promote
strong teeth against decay, brittleness and cavities. It prevents the growth of
Porphyromonas gingivalis and Streptococcus mutans which are the bacterial species
that are responsible for cavities.

Source
of antioxidant

Raisins
have high antioxidants which includes polyphenolic phytonutrients and
catechins. The antioxidants prevent the free radical damage which is one of the
primary causes associated to cancer cells growth such as macular degeneration.
Fiber helps to stimulate excretion of bile from the body by flushing the toxins
out of the body.

Healthy
bones

Raisins
encompass calcium which is crucial for the bones. It is the main source of
boron which is a micronutrients required by the body in small amount. It is
crucial for formation of bones and calcium absorption. It helps to prevent
osteoporosis due to menopause in women and beneficial to maintain joint and
bones health. It has high levels of potassium that helps to strengthen bones
and also promotes the growth of bones by lowering the chances of osteoporosis.

Promotes
fertility

Raisins
help to stimulate libido and promote arousal due to L-arginine lowering the
symptoms of reduced sperm motility. Arginine acts as a natural aphrodisiac that
promote levels of sperm motility by enhancing the chances of conception when
engaged in sexual intercourse. Regular intake of dried fruits also promotes
sexual endurance.

Promote
skin health

Raisins
have high content of Vitamin C and antioxidants that assist in maintaining
radiant, youthful and taut skin. Its intake helps to prevent conditions such as
acne and psoriasis as it contains strong germicidal properties.

Lowers
hypertension

Study
has shown positive correlation between raisins intake and reduction in
hypertension. It is loaded with various nutrients however experts conclude that
high potassium levels helps to lower tension of blood vessels and lowers high
blood pressure. Dietary fiber affects the biochemistry of blood vessels, lowers
its stiffness and also reduces the chances of hypertension.