raisins
Raisins are one of the most delicious varieties of dried fruits and are most widely used in Arab kitchens. From drying grape fruit, and it varies in size and color according to the type of grape that was dried, and sugars constitute the largest percentage of the content of raisins, in addition to what it contains of useful acids such as oleanic and betulin, and a group of important minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium, and copper, in addition to its richness in antioxidants. Antioxidant and Vitamin C.
How to make raisins at home
- Wash the selected bunches of grapes in a deep bowl with water more than once to remove any dirt attached to it, and all the grains must be fully ripe with a greenish-yellow color, and all the grains must be firm and not soft.
- Put in another bowl a quantity of boiling water after adding a little lemon juice to it, then dip the grape clusters in the boiling water for just a minute, then remove the clusters from the sour water and put them aside in a colander.
- Remove the grains from the clusters and spread them out on a flat tray, and place them under the sun in the open air for a period of seven days, and turn them daily until the grains dry on all sides and become coherent and dry.
- Keep the dry seeds in a clean plastic bag in a cool, dry place away from sunlight until use.
raisins benefits
- It improves digestion, softens the intestines, and prevents chronic constipation. It also gives the body a feeling of satiety because it is rich in fiber.
- It helps to relax the muscles and reduces excessive nervousness. It also activates the body and gives the body a sense of vitality and activity, so it is the perfect solution for those who complain of weakness and chronic fatigue.
- It activates brain functions, improves mental abilities, enhances memory, prevents Alzheimer's disease, and increases comprehension and understanding.
- Helps treat anemia, increase hemoglobin production, and form red blood cells.
- It is useful for pregnant women in stabilizing the fetus and increasing its activity and vitality.
- Treats some liver diseases and gallbladder infections.
- It lowers high blood pressure and increases blood flow in the veins and arteries.
- It cleanses the body of toxins and prevents the growth of free radicals that cause cancer and some heart diseases.
- It boosts the immune system and combats various types of microbes and bacteria.
- The mouth is cleansed of harmful bacteria that cause gum infections and tooth decay.
