What Are the Benefits of Dried Fruits?
Dried fruits have been used as for human survival for centuries and is now used as a high vitamin snack for dieters. There are a variety of ways to dry fruits at home and commercially for personal use. Any dried fruit you want can be bought nationally and internationally in today's market. Does this Spark an idea?
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History
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The history of dried fruit is difficult to place, but it was discovered that they could be kept long term in storage. Christopher Columbus took them with him on his sea voyage to America and Scot Carpenter took them into space in 1962.
Types
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The most popular are raisins, berries, figs, apricots, apples and pineapple to name a few. The lease popular are dried soybeans, vegetables and roots.
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Health Benefits
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Dried fruits are high in fiber and carbohydrates. They are a low fat food and can be used in any diet plan.
Drying Methods
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There are three inexpensive ways to dry fruits. You can dry fruits in the sun on burlap, use a home oven on low for several hours or a food dehydrator to cut down mess and drying time.
Commercial Companines
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Sun maid is the largest producer in the world, however, Sunrise Fruits and the California dried fruit company sell as big a selection. Bellaviva is one company that offers organic dried fruits and nuts for sale in bulk.
Uses
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Dried fruits can be used in hot or cold cereals to add vitamins to meals. They are mashed and mixed with sugar, then spread out to form fruit leather which has been used in military rations and as kids snacks. They are popular in the form of trail mixes.
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