Dried Raisins (Sultana)

Turkish sultanas come from cultivars of Vitis vinifera.One of the traditional export products of Turkey,

A great snack and favored ingredient in the cookies, breads, main dishes, and desserts. Motherland of Sultana (syn. Sultanina, Thompson Seedless) variety,One of the leading sultana producer countries and the biggest dried grape exporter in the World Produces almost 25 % of world dried grapes, Exports sultanas around 90 countries in the world, mainly to the EU Countries

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Health Benefits of Dried Raisins

The dried raisins are a good source of antioxidants, including resveratrol, a molecule which has been associated with anti-inflammatory, anticancer benefits and can reduce cholesterol levels in the blood. It also appears that resveratrol is able to protect against several cancers including melanoma, colon cancer and prostate cancer, as well as Alzheimer and other neurodegenerative diseases, by stroke and viral or fungal infections.

Copper and manganese may help fight oxidative stress, while anthocyanins may exert anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anticancer actions. Its fibers can promote good digestive function, reduce the risk of bowel cancer and the absorption of sugar and cholesterol. Iron is important for the production of red blood cells and the potassium protects cardiovascular health. Finally, the vitamins of the B group are important for a good metabolism.Raisins can be treated with sulfur dioxide, this molecule in sensitive people can exacerbate asthma and allergic reactions.