Pacific Dried Food

Cherries, the heart healthy super fruit have among the highest levels of disease-fighting antioxidants. They also contain other important nutrients such as beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron, fiber and foliate. Tart cherries have many important health benefits – from helping to ease the pain of arthritis and gout, to reducing risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers. Cherries also contain melatonin, which has been found to help regulate the body’s natural sleep patterns, aid with jet lag, prevent memory loss and delay the aging process.

 

Blueberries are rich in Vitamins A, C, E and beta-carotene as well as rich in the minerals potassium, manganese, and magnesium. Blueberries are high in fiber and low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Recent studies tell us that of all fruits and vegetables, blueberries provide the most health-protecting antioxidants, those valuable elements which prevent cancer-causing cell damage and may limit the changes wrought by age related diseases.

Strawberries are naturally fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free. Strawberries are high in Vitamin C and foliate which helps the body metabolize protein. Strawberries contain large quantities of ellagic acid, which in many studies claim reduce the risk of cancer. Strawberries are a good source of potassium, too.

Raspberries, delicate and flavorful are an excellent source of vitamin C, the antioxidant vitamin, and a good source of the soluble fiber pectin which helps the body to eliminate cholesterol and environmental toxins. Raspberries also contain calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium, and are good for the entire digestion tract.

Peaches, the sweet smell of summer are a good source of Vitamin A which is a potent antioxidant and is important for the immune system.  Peaches are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C.  They are also rich in phytochemicals which act as antioxidants, ridding the body of free radicals.

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The apricot has many health-building virtues.  The fruit is rich in easily-digestible natural sugars, vitamins A and C, riboflavin (B2) and niacin (B3). Apricots are also an excellent source of minerals like calcium, phosphorus, and iron. Beta-carotene and lycopene in this golden fruit helps protect the LDL cholesterol from oxidation, which in turn helps prevent heart disease.