Prunes

Health BENEFITS of Prunes:

High in Vitamin A (Carotenoids)

• works as an antioxidant fighting damaging free radicals
  
• promotes healthy eyes, bones, and skin
  
• supports fertility and reproductive health
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High in Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

• helps the body convert food into energy
  
• supports a healthy nervous system
  
• helps make oxygen-carrying red blood cells
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High in Copper

• aids in producing ATP, the body's main source of energy
  
• helps release stored iron to make oxygen-carrying red blood cells
  
• assists in making and maintaining strong connective tissues
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High in Potassium

• works with sodium to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance
  
• monitors the electrical activity of the heart
  
• required for proper nerve conduction and muscle contraction
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High in Polyphenols (Phytonutrients)

• assist in lowering blood pressure and hart disease
  
• aid in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress
  
• help slow down carbohydrate digestion and tumor growth

Good Amounts of:

• Iron
• Calcium 
• Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
• Magnesium
• Manganese
• Chromium
• Iodine
  

MACRONUTRIENT PERCENTAGE OF CALORIES
(5 medium dried prunes = approximately 100 calories)

MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN

(grams per 5 medium dried prunes)

FIBER & NATURAL SUGARS

(grams per 5 medium dried prunes)

NET CARBS

(grams per 5 medium dried prunes)