Friday, July 1, 2016

Prunes


Prunes are particularly high in fibre making them a natural laxative.

1 serving size of 5 prunes contain: 
Calories: 100
Magnesium: 19 milligrams
Potassium: 3313 milligrams
Carbohydrate: 25 grams
Vitamin A: 16%

Prunes contain health benefits as they are:
– a natural laxative
– blood cholesterol lowering

In addition to being high in fibre, prunes contain a natural laxative that speeds up muscle contractions in the intestines and improves efficiency. The makes prunes an excellent constipation preventative.

Prunes are an excellent source of pro-vitamin A beta-carotene making them a natural cancer-fighting food.

Prunes contain soluble fibre, which lowers blood cholesterol.

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Joanne
Sacred Scribes


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