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Apricots

Dried apricots are a surprisingly sweet treat that is vibrant in both taste and color. They are commonly baked in bread, muffins and cookies, and are delicious when paired with oatmeal, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, salad and couscous. Dried apricots are also a great when soaked in wine and paired with roast duck or a pork roast. Many people enjoy dried apricots mixed in with their sautéed vegetables for a sweet burst of flavor. For a satisfying snack at your desk, on the go, or at a party, dried apricots give just the right amount of tang to a collection of mixed nuts or trail mix.

Dried apricots are more beneficial to your health than raw, cooked or canned apricots because they have a much higher concentration of nutrients in their dried form. They are especially rich with beta-carotenes, which is what the body uses to make vitamin A. Carotenes are rich in antioxidants, help your immune and reproductive systems function, and can help reduce the risk of lung cancer. Dried apricots are a great source of calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and fiber. Eating dried apricots has many benefits to your body such as the ability cool your body during fever, digest your foods better and treat constipation. Dried apricots are sometimes even used to treat anemia since they have such a high amount of iron. For ultimate freshness, dried apricots should be kept in the refrigerator inside of a sealed bag.

With every mouthful of dried apricots, you are helping your body fight infection and improve your health. A healthy diet should contain five servings of fruits and vegetables each and every day, and dried apricots are a sweet and satisfying way to accomplish this requirement. Packed with value and a wonderful flavor, you will be able to lead your whole family down a healthier road by eating dried apricots as part of your daily diet.