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Dry fruits are kind of the healthiest alternatives to refined sugar, and they are a good way to satisfy a sweet craving. While many manufacturers use the natural sugar found in fruit, called fructose, to sweeten their products, eating fruit itself in moderation is a great way to get needed nutrients and vitamins. Dried fruit is a quick and tasty way to get those same benefits during a busy, fast-paced day.
Not All Dried Fruit Is Equal
While fruit itself is high in naturally occurring sugar, many dried fruits have additional sugar added for extra flavor. It is very important to avoid those products that are more like candy than a healthy snack. The dried fruits on the healthy list can be found in bulk at most health food stores, and pre-packaged at most regular grocery stores. Remember to always check the ingredient list for extra sugar or additives.
1. Dried Apples
Apples contain many phytonutrients (naturally occurring component of plants that provide nutrition) that act as antioxidants, ridding the body of cancer causing free-radicals. They are also a great source of dietary fiber.
2. Dried Apricots
The most nutritious way to eat apricot is dried. A good source of fiber, they also contain vitamin A, C and Iron.
3. Dried Cherry
Cherries have been called the "new antioxidant superfruit." Compared to other fruits, they have significantly higher
levels of antioxidants, as well as important nutrients like beta-carotene, folic acid and fiber.
4. Dried Fig
While some fruits can lose a portion of their nutrition when dried, figs lose none of their potency. They are high in iron, folic acid and potassium.
5. Raisin
Often called "nature's candy," raisins are cholesterol-free, low in sodium, high in fiber and totally fat-free.
6. Dried Pear
Pears are a good source of vitamin C and copper, and are full of dietary fiber.
7. Dried Tomato
Surprise! Tomato is a fruit, and sun-dried tomatoes are a great way to get the cancer-reducing properties of tomato, along with vitamin C and lycopene, which are beneficial to the eyes.
