Raisins, also called raisins, are dried grapes that have a sweet taste, due to their fructose and glucose content, and can be eaten raw or in various culinary preparations. Raisins can be different colors yellow, brown and purple, depending on the type of grape that was dried.
varieties of raisins
Corinthian’s raisin grape. They come from black seedless grapes grown in the Greek city of Corinth. They are dark in color, do not have seeds and are smaller and with a more intense aroma.
sultana raisins. They are obtained from the white seedless grapes that grow in the city of Izmir, in Turkey. They are light in color, seedless and extraordinarily sweet, which is why they are the most appreciated in confectionery.
Malaga raisins. They have their own denomination of origin and come from the Muscatel grape. They are big, sweet and with seeds.
Benefits
prevents constipation
Raisins are rich in both soluble and insoluble fibers, so they help increase the volume of stool and soften it, stimulating the intestine and facilitating its expulsion. In addition to this, they provide a greater feeling of satiety, so if they are consumed in small quantities, they could contribute to weight loss.
This dried fruit is considered a prebiotic because it is rich in tartaric acid, an acid found in fruit that is fermented by colon bacteria and plays a beneficial role in intestinal function, contributing to colon health.
Promotes bone health
Raisins are rich in calcium, an important mineral for maintaining healthy bones and teeth, preventing the development of osteoporosis.
But in addition to this, it provides a trace element called boron, which allows the absorption of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and vitamin D, micronutrients that are important for both the bone system and the nervous system. Likewise, boron could prevent arthritis, since its levels in individuals with osteoarthritis have been found to be low.
Rich in antioxidants
Raisins are rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids, phenols and polyphenols, these compounds help reduce oxidative stress and prevent cell damage, reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease or cancer.
prevents anemia
Raisins are a good source of iron, which favors the transport of oxygen to the body’s cells and favors the production of red blood cells, preventing the onset of iron deficiency anemia.
Dental care:
Oleanolic acid, one of the phytochemicals found in raisins, plays a crucial role in protecting your teeth against cavities, cavities, and tooth brittleness. It effectively prevents the growth of Streptococcus Mutans and Porphyromonas Gingivalis, two of the bacterial species that are most responsible for cavities and other dental problems. Also, it is rich in calcium which is good for promoting dental health, thus preventing cracking or flaking of teeth and enamel while making them stronger.
As strange as it may sound, but when you eat raisins, the longer the raisins stick to your teeth, the better, as it ensures prolonged contact of oleanolic acid with your teeth, increasing the preventive powers against bacterial growth. In addition to its role in treating osteoporosis and bone health, the boron present in raisins plays a very important role in slowing the growth of oral germs, as well as promoting strong teeth.
Other benefits:
The fibers in raisins also help promote the excretion of bile from the body and stimulate the burning of cholesterol, thus promoting good heart health. Also, the amount of fiber in raisins helps to literally cleanse the toxins and harmful materials in the digestive tract, which can protect people from further intestinal diseases and when the toxins come out, the bacterial growth is eliminated.
How to take raisins
It is important to make it clear that neither nuts nor dehydrated fruits, such as raisins, replace the daily consumption of fresh and whole fruits. That is, being an option snack healthy food that can even help us avoid opting for other less healthy foods when snacking between meals, we should not limit our fruit consumption to them. That said, the truth is that they go with almost everything, sweet and saltyServed: alone or with yogurt, in bran or stuffed with poultry, in homemade muesli, in sweet breads, with ice cream or in main dishes such as stewed meats and empanadas.
Prescription
Cinnamon, raisin and walnut cookies
Ingredients
- Wheat flour120g
- Ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon
- Chemical yeast 1/2 teaspoon
- Butter at room temperature75g
- Brown sugar85g
- White sugar30g
- Egg1
- Raisins60g
- Chopped nuts75g
Steps
In a large bowl, mix the butter and the two types of sugar. Stir with a fork until incorporated get a creamy paste. Add the egg and stir again.
Mix the flour, ground cinnamon and chemical yeast and add to the bowl. Lastly, add the raisins and chopped walnuts.
we let chill the dough in the fridge, between 1 1/2 and 2 hours. This is an important step, the dough needs to rest and gain consistency, so don’t skip it.
With very clean hands, we take portions of dough and we bowled. Place on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper, leaving space between them so they don’t stick, and flatten slightly with your fingers.
Cook in the oven, preheated to 175ºC with heat up and down, for 10 minutes or until the edges are golden. Let cool before consuming.