Prune Juice

Technical Name : Prunus domestica

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is sweet in taste.

Description

Prune juice is made from prunes (dried plums). It is often produced using hot extraction methods, whereby the prunes are cooked in hot water, becoming a liquid extract, which is then processed into juice. It is thicker than many other fruit juices.

Health benefits

Prune juice is a good source of iron and helps to prevent and treat iron deficiency.⁽¹⁾
It helps to lower blood pressure.⁽¹⁾
It is a great source of energy.⁽²⁾
The antioxidants present in Prune juice help in lowering the cholesterol levels, thereby preventing coronary heart diseases.⁽²⁾
It contains Vitamin C and B-family vitamins which are essential for brain and nerve function, and it also helps to eliminate oxidative stress and lower the risks of neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia.⁽²⁾

Note

Excesss intake of Prune juice can cause abnormal amount of gas and bloating as well as diarrhea, as it contain high levels of dietary fiber.⁽³⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/top-benefits-of-prunes-prune-juice#colon-cancer

(2,3) https://www.organicfacts.net/prune-juice.html

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