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You are quite an unlucky person if you haven’t had your share of
apricots. It is literally considered as the world’s healthiest fruit.
Don’t let their tiny size fool you. With low-fat and plenty of fiber,
apricots are packed with ample of other essential vitamins. Consumed in
both fresh as well as dried form, apricots are available in canned and
dried form all around the world throughout the year. However, consuming
half a cup of apricots daily keeps you flawless inside out. We’ve got
you these some reasons to consume dried apricots or Sukhi Khubani for
its many benefits. Let’s delve into it.
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Good Vision
Dried apricots are rich in carotenoids and xanthophyll. These two
nutrients are known to protect eyesight from the age-related damage.
Consuming dried apricots can help reduce the risk of developing
cataracts too. |
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Digestive Health
Consuming sukhi khubani before a meal stimulates digestion. It also help
treat constipation and flushes out the unwanted wastes. |
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Dried Apricot for a Healthy Heart
High fiber content present in apricots is useful in reducing the bad
cholesterol content (LDL) in the body, thus, lowering the risks of
developing cardiovascular diseases. Meanwhile, it also increases the
good cholesterol (HDL). Consuming just a ½ cup of apricots every day is
beneficial the heart health. |
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Prevention of Anemia
Dried apricots are a very good source of iron that is useful to fight
anemia. Since women usually suffer from anemia due to their monthly
cycle, they should certainly opt for iron rich fruits like apricots.
Incorporating dried apricots into your daily diet helps in hemoglobin
production that can certainly be useful. |
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Cancer Cure
The rich levels of antioxidants present in apricots help lower the risk
of developing cancer. Apricot kernels (seeds) have been found to kill
cancerous growth. Cancer patients or ones who are still vulnerable to
this problem can consume 5 kernels along with a glass of orange juice in
the breakfast till the abnormal cells disappear.
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Weight Loss
High fiber content present in apricots improves the digestive system and
excretory system of our body, thus, increases metabolic activity,
therefore, helping lose weight. One can’t just ignore the low calorie
count of this fruit that kills your craving for something sweet.
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Sukhi Khubani for Bones
Apricots are rich in Calcium. We are all aware of the fact that our body
needs calcium for bone formation and vitamin D for calcium absorption.
Dried apricots also contain potassium that regulates absorption,
excretion and distribution of calcium in our body. All these factors
strengthen our bones.
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Khubani for Fever
Sukhi Khubani helps reduce fever. Add 1 teaspoon of honey in a cup of
apricot juice, Have it once daily. This can also give you relief from
thirst. |
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Apricot for Skin
Dried apricot juice can be used to treat skin related issues such as
itching due to sunburn, scabies and eczema. This also helps clear acne
and many other skin problems. Dried apricot oil is very useful for skin
care. This can make your skin glowing and feel smooth.
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