Sunday, March 13, 2011

Benefits Of Apricot

Apricots are known to be rich in vitamin A, Calcium, phosphorus, iron and dietary fibre. Apricots are available in the fresh as well as dried form. As the time passes by, the sugar content in the apricot increase. Here are some important health benefits of apricot.
  • Apricots are rich in iron and therefore is a remedy to treat anaemia. Regular consumption of apricots helps in the production of haemoglobin in the body.
  • Pectin and cellulose the two compounds present in apricots are useful in treating constipation and better functioning of the bowels.
  • Because apricots contain alkaline, it is better to have them after your meals to aid digestion.
  • Apricots have a high content of Vitamin A, This is beneficial for the maintenance of healthy eyes.
  • The juice of fresh apricots can be used to apply on the face and skin as it helps to reduce blemishes and gives a cooling sensation on the skin. Eczema, skin-irritations and sun burns can be reduced by application of fresh apricots pulp.
  • Dried apricots contain high content of potassium, which lowers the bad cholesterol in the body and good for cardiac health.
  • Apricots, besides having so many benefits are difinitely a treat to the taste bu

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