Apples are one of the most affordable and low-calorie fruits. In the years rich in apples, many save excess crop, cutting and drying fruits. The number of calories in dried apples is higher than in fresh ones, so it is important to know how many of these dried fruits are allowed to eat.
Caloric content of dried apples
Dried apples contain approximately 250 kcal, while fresh apples - only 35-40 kcal per 100 g. Such a significant increase in calories is due to the fact that the bulk of fresh fruit is water, and in dried lobules it is very small. Most of the energy value of dried fruits is in carbohydrates (including sugar), so when dieting and diabetes, dried apples are used cautiously. If you want to get the maximum benefit from dried fruits, use only acid varieties of apples for drying, because they contain less sugar.
What vitamins and nutrients are there in dried apples?
Dried apples contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals. They are especially rich in vitamins A, C, E, PP and group B, as well as potassium, calcium, iron, phosphorus. Thanks to active substances, dry apples help to fight with beriberi, improve digestion, give strength and energy. For women, dried apples can help in overcoming unpleasant symptoms of toxicosis - sour slices are recommended to chew when attacks of nausea.
Dried apples and slimming
Dried apples contain many plant fibers, which are good for saturation and help the work of the gastrointestinal tract. However, due to the solid caloric content of dried apples, there are no uncontrolled them during a diet. A small amount of dried fruit (a small handful) can be added to the breakfast porridge. If after a meal you feel hungry - eat 3-4 slices of dried apples, and while you chew dried fruit , the saturation signal will reach the brain. A compote from dried apples without sugar is allowed to drink during a diet instead of tea.