Dry Fruits ..... Helath Benifits.

[Omar Faruk Mazumder]

Almonds (Badaam)

The next time your friend forces a few badaams into your hand as you are in a park , don’t crib, eat them! They are known to help your body prevent cancer!

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Body organs - Almonds help in the creation of new blood cells, hemoglobin and help in proper functioning of vital organs of the body.
   
Cancer and Tumor - Studies carried out by the World Cancer Research Fund have revealed that almonds have several substances which could be useful in the prevention of cancer. Almonds are also found to be strong suppressors of lung and prostate tumor growth in the studies at Pennsylvania State University.
   
Breast cancer - Flavonoids found in almonds also suppress breast cancer cell growth when these cells have been exposed to cancer-causing agents.
   
Other health benefits – Almonds also help in weight loss, lowering blood pressure, reduction in risk of recurrent coronary heart disease, solving constipation, preventing loss of sexual vigor, etc.
   
Not just oral benefits - Few leaves of the wild almond powdered with water applied to affected parts helps cure many skin diseases, especially eczema. Almond paste with milk cream and fresh paste of rose bud applied regularly over the face is known to make the skin soft and fair while almond oil applied on the scalp helps to cure several hair problems.
Source: www.medimanage.com/my-diet

[Omar Faruk Mazumder]

Raisins (Kishmish)

You simply love these sweet dried grapes but for some reason forget to eat them every day. Well, every time you have digestion problems, acidity or constipation think of the one very useful household remedy of kishmish!

Constipation - When ingested, raisins swell as the fiber present in them absorbs water. This helps giving relief for constipation.
   
Weight Gain - Raisins are very good for gaining weight, as they are full of fructose and glucose and give a lot of energy. Thus, they form an ideal part of the diet for athletes or body builders who need a lot of energy.
   
Acidosis - Acidosis is a state of increased acidity of the blood (also known as toxicity of the blood), the source being our stomach acid. Raisins are good source of potassium and magnesium which neutralize the acids and help check acidosis.
   
Anemia - Raisins contain considerable amount of iron which directly helps treating anemia.
   
Libido - Raisins are known to stimulate libido and induce arousal.
   
Bone Health – Raisins have calcium and is one of the best sources of Boron, which is necessary for proper bone formation and absorption of calcium. Boron is particularly helpful in preventing osteoporosis induced by menopause in women and is very beneficial for bones and joints.
   
Eye Care - Raisins have anti oxidant properties that are very good for eye health, as they protect eyes from macular degeneration, age related weakening of vision, cataract, etc. In addition, raisins contain a very good amount of vitamin A.
   
Dental Care - Raisins play a crucial role in protecting your teeth against tooth decay, cavities, brittleness of teeth, etc. It is rich in calcium that is very good for promoting dental health.