asiaSpa India March-April 2016 157SWEET SENSATION
Add raisins to your daily diet for that instant energy boost and
much-needed dose of sweetnessF
eeling hungry or drained out? Pop
a handful of raisins and you will be
bright-eyed and bushy tailed! From
making you feel energetic and satiating
your sugar cravings, to adding that
sweet something to your culinary experiments, raisins
are packed with numerous benefits. These dried
grapes come in different colours and sizes depending
on the variety of grape used and drying method. A
major source of carbohydrates, particularly fructose
and glucose, raisins are very healthy and can be a
great substitute for energy bars, candies or sweeteners.
Containing iron, copper and Vitamin B complex that
help in the formation of red blood cells, raisins are also
beneficial for those suffering from anaemia.
An even more impressive advantage of adding
raisins to your diet is that they are loaded with a
phytochemical known as oleanolic acid that fights
viral and bacterial infections. Raisins are widely used
in cooking and baking too – sprinkle them on your
breakfast cereal, add them to puddings, cookies and
cakes, or just mix in the gravies. Stock your cupboard
with this no-fuss, low calorie snack and indulge your
sweet tooth the healthy way.Why
raisins?
Major source of
carbohydrates
Filled with
natural sugars
Boosts energy