What is Raisin?
Sweet grapes that are allowed to dry and shrivel up are called raisins. Until medieval times, raisins were second behind honey as a top choice for sweeteners. Raisins are produced in many regions of the world and may be eaten raw or used in cooking, baking, and brewing. Raisins are one of the delicious dried fruits that have many fans. In fact, all the properties that are in grapes are more or less present in raisins. This dried fruit is rich in nutrients and has a high level of antioxidant, fiber, calories, vitamins and minerals.
Along with the numerous benefits of eating raisins, few people know that consuming this lovely dried fruit can have side effects for the body. In this article we explore the side effects of having too many raisins, Consuming raisins during pregnancy, Side effects of raisins in children and Raisins consumption for diabetics.
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In each one hundred grams of raisins, 298 kilocalories of energy, carbohydrates, protein, fat, fiber and vitamins A, E, K, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, electrolytes including sodium and potassium, minerals including calcium, Iron, copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium and zinc and phytonutrients include alpha and beta carotene and zeaxatin.
The Red Lines of Raisins Consumption
- High fiber
Although the fiber in raisin is great for the digestive system, we must be careful and not overdo it.because eating too much fiber in the diet is harmful to the health of our digestive system and may cause poor absorption of nutrients, intestinal obstruction and bloating.
- Allergic reaction
Raisins are an excellent source of nutrients that have many health and beauty benefits. However, some people may be allergic to raisins and should avoid them. Some of the common allergic reactions that may occur are: increase in risk of bacterial infections, increase in histamine levels along with increase in mucus production in the lungs, nasal congestion and runny nose, difficulty breathing, cough, wheezing, chest tightness, Diarrhea, vomiting, increase in heart rate and abdominal pain.
- Weight gain
Raisins are high in calories. 100 grams of raisins have about 299 calories. If you are on a diet and want to lose weight, you should not overdo it.
- High antioxidant
Raisins are rich in various antioxidants such as polyphenols, bioflavonoids and phytonutrients. These antioxidants help our body get rid of toxins and other pollutants, thereby improving the health of our vital organs such as the kidneys and liver.
- Flatulence
When the body digests raisins, a lot of fructose is released. The digestive system breaks down fructose, but part of it is not digested and goes to the intestine. Bacteria in the colon feed on these undigested sugars and produce gas, which causes bloating.
- Vomiting
If we don’t consume a lot of fiber regularly, we will feel nauseous by eating a lot of raisins; Because it is difficult for the digestive system to digest the high fiber of raisins, and this problem causes stomach pain and as a result nausea and vomiting. Some preservatives in raisins can also cause such a reaction.
It is interesting to know that anything that is good for your body should be consumed in moderation, because excessive consumption of it can be harmful and have the opposite effect on your body.
Consuming Raisins during Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an important stage in every woman’s life and at this stage, a balanced diet full of nutrients is very important for women. Nutrients that reach the mother’s body are very effective for the health of the fetus. Raisins are useful for this period, you should avoid eating too much of them, because they cause stomach pain, diarrhea and other digestive problems such as bloating. Therefore, pregnant and lactating women are advised to check the standard dosage with their doctor.
Consumption of raisins should be limited to approximately 30 grams per day. Excessive consumption of raisins for people who are very high in calories can lead to rapid weight gain.
Side Effects of Raisins in Children
It is rare for a child to have side effects from eating raisins. However, we should always be careful about allergies and suffocation of the child with raisins due to the stickiness of it. Avoid giving raisins to the child before bedtime, because this substance sticks to the gums and teeth and causes difficulty in breathing or toothache. Eating raisins with other foods can prevent them from binding to the gums and help you to a better digest.
Can Diabetics Eat Raisins?
Most fruits have a low glycemic index due to the presence of fiber. But raisins and sweet fruits have a higher glycemic index and are in the group of medium glycemic index foods. So the question that most diabetics ask is, “Can I eat raisins or not?”
The answer to this question is “yes”. Of course, a positive answer to this question does not mean that unlimited consumption is allowed. It is recommended to consume in moderation and check the standard dosage with your doctor.
Raisins are made from grapes. Grapes are also a sweet fruit that contains natural sugar. Eating too many raisins can increase your blood sugar. In general, every two tablespoons of raisins contain about 15 grams of carbohydrates. Therefore, when choosing raisins, we should also consider carbohydrates as part of the daily allowed carbohydrates.
Eat Raisins with Tea?
Consuming tea with raisins is known as a strong antioxidant, which not only does no harm to the body, but also strengthens memory, removes cholesterol from the body, reduces stress as much as possible, freshness the breath and mouth.
Consuming tea with raisins, dried berries, dates and honey is a great option to replace sugar in your diet.
The Last Word
We should not forget that grapes and the products made from them, including raisins, have countless properties. Therefore, the moderation in Consumption is very beneficial for the health of the body, and the mentioned cases occur only in case of excess.
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