Apricots dried

Everything you need to know about the nutritional value of dried apricots

Dried apricots are appreciated by many of us for their unusual taste. Nevertheless, in addition to their unique taste, these delicacies are also characterized by a rich content of nutrients.

Storage

Caution! In tightly closed packages, apricots undergo a fermentation process because they are a natural product, without the addition of preservatives. Fermentation is a natural process. After receiving the product, open it and store it in a cool place, preferably in a refrigerator.

What are dried apricots?

Apricots are sweet fruits that naturally occur mainly in East Asia. The oldest sources say that these fruits were grown in China 400 years before the birth of Christ. In those days, apricots were usually eaten fresh. Nevertheless, as early as in antiquity, they began to be subjected to drying processes, which made it possible to enjoy their unique taste regardless of the season. Apricots arrived on the old continent in a dried form and quickly stole the hearts of lovers of oriental delicacies. Due to the growing popularity, this fruit began to be grown on a large scale in the countries of the Mediterranean. Dried apricots are characterized by a sweet taste and an orange color. Their size and structure may remind us of a prune.

Dried apricots and diabetes

Dried apricots are characterized by a low glycemic index (IG = 40). Therefore, in moderate amounts, they can be consumed by people struggling with the problem of diabetes or insulin resistance. However, it is worth knowing that in the case of diabetes it is not advisable to eat this fruit in the afternoon and evening hours. However, you can easily add them to your morning porridge or second breakfast. However, before we introduce them permanently to our menu, it is worth consulting an experienced dietitian or diabetologist.

Contraindications for the consumption of dried apricots

Consuming large amounts of dried apricots is not recommended for people struggling with diabetes or insulin resistance. In addition, people struggling with intestinal problems (for example, those struggling with irritable bowel syndrome, with particular emphasis on the diarrheal form) should refrain from introducing these fruits into their diet. Eating more than 10 dried apricots a day can even lead to abdominal pain and persistent diarrhea in healthy people.