CANAT Dried Fruits // Bursa

SUNFLOWER SEEDS BENEFITS

Sunflower seeds are an excellent source of vitamin E, the body`s primary fat-soluble antioxidant. Vitamin E has significant anti-inflammatory effects that result in the reduction of symptoms in asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Vitamin E has also been shown to reduce the risk of colon cancer.
Sunflower seeds` phytosterols lower cholesterol.
Sunflower seeds are a good source of magnesium which helps reduce the severity of asthma, lower high blood pressure, and prevent migraine headaches, as well as reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. A quarter cup of sunflower seeds provides 31.9% of the daily value for magnesium.
Sunflower seeds are great sources of energy production.
In order to have healthy bone one must include sunflower seeds in his/her diet.
They are also a good source of selenium that has been shown to induce DNA repair and synthesis in damaged cells, to inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells. From this view point eating sunflower seeds is important for cancer protection.
Sunflower seeds are great sources of energy production.

PISTACHIO BENEFITS

Pistachios are rich in potassium (helps regulate the body`s fluid balance), phosphorus (helps build bones and teeth) and magnesium (important element in the conversion of the body`s energy), and are also a good source of vitamin B6 (aids protein metabolism and absorption) and thiamine (enhances energy and promotes normal appetite).
They have a relatively low calorie value, known for being cholesterol free and helping to lower cholesterol levels, high in fiber and low in saturated fat.
These nuts are also a very good source of protein.
Pistachios can also cut heart disease risk. The high unsaturated fat content may actually lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
Pistachios also contain antioxidants in the form of photochemical. These plant nutrients have been associated with a decreased risk for developing chronic diseases, like cancer.
Necessary building blocks for the body`s growth and healing.
Pistachios can also cut heart disease risk. The high unsaturated fat content may actually lower cholesterol levels in the blood.

CASHEW NUT BENEFITS

Cashew nuts are significant sources of iron (essential for red blood cell function and enzyme activity), magnesium (promotes energy release and bone growth), phosphorus (builds bones and teeth), zinc (essential to digestion and metabolism) and selenium (has important antioxidant properties, thus protecting the body from cancer).
These nuts are also good sources of protein.
In comparison to other tree nuts, cashew nuts have a lower fat content. They are also, like all other tree nuts, cholesterol free.
Cashew nuts also contain significant amounts of phytochemicals with antioxidant properties that protects the body from cancer and heart disease.
Cashew nuts also contain significant amounts of phytochemicals with antioxidant properties that protects the body from cancer and heart disease.

HAZELNUT BENEFITS

Hazelnuts are rich in vitamin E (helps form red blood cells, muscles and other tissues) and are a useful source of thiamine (enhances energy and promotes normal appetite) and vitamin B6 (aids protein metabolism and absorption.
Although hazelnuts are relatively high in fat, they contain no cholesterol.
It is known that consuming only 25-30 grams of hazelnuts a day is enough for daily vitamin E needs and a very good way of protecting against heart-vein diseases and cancer.
Hazelnut and hazelnut oil is the best known source for Vitamin E which is essential for the healthy heart muscles and other muscles of the body as well.
Beta-sitosterol, which is found amply in hazelnut, is an important mean of decreasing cholesterol and preventing cancer (breast cancer and prostate cancer).
Hazelnut and hazelnut oil is the best known source for Vitamin E which is essential for the healthy heart muscles and other muscles of the body as well.

CORN BENEFITS

Eating corn is very crucial for cardiovascular health.
It supports lung health by being a rich beta-cryptoxanthin source.
Corn is a good source of thiamin which is an integral participant in enzymatic reactions central to energy production and is also critical for brain cell/cognitive function.
It supports energy production even under stress.
It supports energy production even under stress.

ALMONDS BENEFITS

Almonds are rich in anti-oxidants shown to decrease the risk of certain forms of cancer, heart diseases and cataracts.
Almonds are considered as a nutritive for brain and nervous system. It is said to induce high intellectual level and longevity.
Almonds are the most nutritious of all nuts.

WALNUT KERNELS BENEFITS

This delicious nut is an excellent source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, a special type of protective fat the body cannot manufacture.
Eating walnuts after a meal high in unhealthy fats can reduce the damaging effects of such fats on blood vessels.
It is suggested that walnuts may reduce the risk or delay the onset of Alzheimer`s disease
Walnuts’ concentration of omega-3s has many potential health benefits ranging from cardiovascular protection, to the promotion of better cognitive function, to anti-inflammatory benefits
Helpful in asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis.
Walnuts contain an antioxidant compound called ellagic acid that supports the immune system and appears to have several anticancer properties.
Walnuts’ concentration of omega-3s has many potential health benefits ranging from cardiovascular protection, to the promotion of better cognitive function, to anti-inflammatory benefits

DRIED FIGS BENEFITS

Figs are laxative, diuretic and blood cleanser.
They are known as great producers of energy.
Eating figs have excellent effects for the liver
They have positive effects in lowering high blood pressure and they are an insulin-lowering leaf in diabetes.
Figs act as a bone density promoter while they have cardiovascular and cancer-protective effects.
Protection against macular degeneration is among its other benefits.
They have positive effects in lowering high blood pressure and they are an insulin-lowering leaf in diabetes.

DRIED APRICOTS BENEFITS

Apricots aid the digestion, if consumed before a meal.
The apricot is an excellent food remedy for anemia on account of its high content of iron.
They have positive effects on treating skin diseases. It can be applied with beneficial results in scabies, eczema, sun-burn and itching of the skin due to cold exposure.
The fruit is highly valued as a gentle laxative and is beneficial in the treatment of constipation.
Nutrients in apricots can help protect the heart and eyes
Apricots contain nutrients such as Vitamin A that promote good vision.
The fruit is highly valued as a gentle laxative and is beneficial in the treatment of constipation.

DRIED RAISINS BENEFITS

Raisins are fat free, cholesterol free, and low in sodium. Giving you almost no excuse not to add them in to your diet.
Raisins are rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants protect our bodies against free radical damage.
Many parents give their children raisins before sports games. That is because raisins contain many B vitamins known for boasting energy.
Raisins do not cause cavities and gum disease, and rather promote oral health because of the oleanolic acid found within them. This acid is very effective in killing the bacteria that cause cavities and periodontal dental disease.
Raisins are also a preventative measure for Macular Degeneration, which is the health of your eyesight.
Raisins contain Calcium which in known for causing bone health. Eating enough calcium will also help protect against osteoporosis.
Raisins do not cause cavities and gum disease, and rather promote oral health because of the oleanolic acid found within them. This acid is very effective in killing the bacteria that cause cavities and periodontal dental disease.