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Name: Prune

Other Names: California Dried Plums, Prunes

Description: A Prune is a dried fruit of various plum species, mostly Prunus domestica. It is wrinkly in shape, unlike its non-dried counterpart.Prunes are used in cooking both sweet and savory dishes. Stewed prunes, a compote, are a dessert. Prunes are a frequent ingredient in North African tagines. Perhaps the best-known gastronomic prunes are those of Agen. Prunes are used frequently in Tzimmes, a traditional Jewish dish in which the principal ingredient is diced or sliced carrots; and in traditional Norwegian fruktsuppe.
Prunes and Prune juice are common home remedies for constipation. Prunes have a high Antioxidant and Calcium content. California Dried Plums. Dried Plums or Prune are ready-to-eat right from the package as a healthful snack or can be used as a versatile cooking or baking ingredient. They provide potassium, soluble and insoluble fiber, phytochemicals that function as antioxidants as well as some iron and Vitamin A. Dried Plums/Prunes can play an important role in promoting good digestive health.

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Conditions Treated: Digestive

Specific Conditions Treated: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBS, Constipation, Diarrhea, Irritable colon, Bowel obstruction, Intestinal obstruction, Pseudo obstruction intestinal

Ingredients Participating: Aloe Vera, Sugar Cane, Honey, Fruits, Flaxseed, Banana, Prune, Plum, Dietary Fiber

I personally hate the taste of prunes. Nor do I like the texture. There's just something about prunes that really, really bothers me. I've tried, but it is not possible for me to s...   more

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Conditions Treated: Nutrition and Metabolism

Specific Conditions Treated: Constipation

Ingredients Participating: Honey, Prune

Constipation is a common disturbance of the digestive tract In this condition, the bowels do not move regularly, or are not completely emptied when they move. This condition is the...   more

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Conditions Treated: Musculoskeletal

Specific Conditions Treated: Osteoporosis

Ingredients Participating: Prune

Osteoporosis is defined as a condition characterized by a steady dissolution of calcium from the bones making it brittle and prone to fractures. It is seen mostly in post menopausa...   more

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