The efficacy of raisins

1. Replenishing blood

Raisins contain mineral iron, which can promote hemoglobin regeneration. If you have anemia with pale face and cold hands and feet, a small handful of raisins everyday can improve this symptom. Raisin is a good tonic for iron deficiency anemia patients.

2. Anti-aging

Raisins which contain flavonoids, having antioxidant effect, can eliminate free radicals in the body and prevent aging.

3. Lowering cholesterol

A study showed that daily intake of about 400 calories of raisins can effectively reduce cholesterol by 8% according to Speer, director and nutritionist of the health research center in Satos, California, USA. It also can inhibit the oxidation of bad cholesterol in the blood, avoid thrombosis, and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

4. Relieving fatigue

The glucose, organic acid, amino acid and vitamin contained in raisins have a good beneficial effect on relieving excessive fatigue and reducing neuroweakness.

5. Anti-cancer

Raisins contain a component called resveratrol, which can inhibit tumor growth and malignant transformation of cancer cells, and also have a certain auxiliary effect on leukemia.