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Prunes for Osteoporosis

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Vegetables and fruit such as dried plums may help build stronger bones..
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Here’s the almond video I talked about: Almonds for Osteoporosis (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/almonds-for-osteoporosis)..
What was that about milk not helping?
• Is Milk Good for Our Bones? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/is-milk-good-for-our-bones/).
Other bone health videos include:
• Alkaline Diets, Animal Protein, & Calcium Loss (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/alkaline-diets-animal-protein-and-calcium-loss/).
• Phytates for the Prevention of Osteoporosis (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/phytates-for-the-prevention-of-osteoporosis/).
• Are Calcium Supplements Safe? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/are-calcium-supplements-safe/).
• Are Calcium Supplements Effective? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/are-calcium-supplements-effective/).
What else can prunes do? See:
• Prunes vs. Metamucil vs. Vegan Diet (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/prunes-vs-metamucil-vs-vegan-diet/).
Apple rings have their own benefits, though. See Dried Apples Versus Cholesterol (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/dried-apples-versus-cholesterol/)..
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Dried Apples, Dates, Figs or Prunes for Cholesterol?

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DESCRIPTION: A comparison of the cholesterol-lowering potential of four dried fruit—apples, dates, figs, and plums. This supports the extraordinary findings detailed in Dried Apples Versus Cholesterol (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/dried-apples-versus-cholesterol/). More on dried fruit can be found in Better Than Goji Berries (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/better-than-goji-berries/), Amla Versus Diabetes (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/amla-versus-diabetes/), and To Snack or Not to Snack? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/to-snack-or-not-to-snack/) Those with asthma may want to choose dried fruits without the preservative sulfur dioxide (http://nutritionfacts.org/questions/sulfite-sensitivity-from-dried-fruits/)…
Though variety is important (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/apples-and-oranges-dietary-diversity/), apples are an excellent choice. See also Apples & Breast Cancer (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/apples-breast-cancer/) and The Healthiest Apple (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/the-healthiest-apple/). More on the sugar content of dates in Are Dates Good For You? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/are-dates-good-for-you/), a recipe in Healthy Pumpkin Pie (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/healthy-pumpkin-pie-2/), and my favorite source here (http://nutritionfacts.org/questions/where-can-i-find-a-good-variety-of-dates/). Prunes may not help our cholesterol, but they may improve the health of our skin—see Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/beauty-is-more-than-skin-deep/). That’s of course in addition to their customary regularity role, something I’m going to address in the next video Prunes vs. Metamucil vs. Vegan Diet (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/prunes-vs-metamucil-vs-vegan-diet/)..
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Do Fruit & Nut Bars Cause Weight Gain?

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DESCRIPTION: Despite the caloric density of both nuts and dried fruit, they do not appear to lead to the expected weight gain. The video documenting similar findings in nuts and nut butters is here: Nuts and Obesity: The Weight of Evidence (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/nuts-and-obesity-the-weight-of-evidence/) and the mechanisms are summarized in Solving the Mystery of the Missing Calories (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/solving-the-mystery-of-the-missing-calories/) and explored further in Testing the Pistachio Principle (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/testing-the-pistachio-principle/), Testing the Dietary Compensation Theory (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/testing-the-dietary-compensation-theory/), Testing the Fat Burning Theory (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/testing-the-fat-burning-theory/), and Fat Burning Via Arginine (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/fat-burning-via-arginine/)…
What’s the problem with eating added sugars? Besides all the empty calories, it can lead to the formation of excess uric acid in the body (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/flesh-and-fructose/)…
If you missed my last two videos on dried fruit, check out Dried Apples, Dates, Figs or Prunes for Cholesterol? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/dried-apples-dates-figs-or-prunes-for-cholesterol/) and Prunes vs. Metamucil vs. Vegan Diet (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/prunes-vs-metamucil-vs-vegan-diet/). One more coming up, Raisins vs. Jelly Beans for Athletic Performance (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/raisins-vs-jelly-beans-for-athletic-performance/)..
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Prunes vs. Metamucil vs. Vegan Diet

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DESCRIPTION: The average number of bowel movements a week is compared between those eating prunes, those taking a fiber supplement, and those eating a strictly plant-based diet. Who can forget the Bristol stool scale? Even if you’ve already seen it you may want a refresher: Bristol Stool Scale (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/bristol-stool-scale/). And while we’re on the topic, here are some others on optimizing bowel function:
· Kiwifruit for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/kiwifruit-for-irritable-bowel-syndrome/).
· Bulking Up on Antioxidants (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/bulking-up-on-antioxidants/).
· Relieving Yourself of Excess Estrogen (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/relieving-yourself-of-excess-estrogen/).
· Stool Size Matters (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/stool-size-matters/).
· Food Mass Transit (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/food-mass-transit/).
· Bowels of the Earth (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/bowels-of-the-earth/).
· Greasy Orange Rectal Leakage (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/greasy-orange-rectal-leakage/).
· Diverticulosis & Nuts (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/diverticulosis-nuts/).
Prunes may also help improve the health of our skin—see Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/beauty-is-more-than-skin-deep/)…
In general we should try to get our nutrients from whole food, not supplements (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/some-dietary-supplements-may-be-more-than-a-waste-of-money/)…
See the previous video Dried Apples, Dates, Figs or Prunes for Cholesterol? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/dried-apples-dates-figs-or-prunes-for-cholesterol/) for a comparison of prunes to other dried fruit in terms of cholesterol-lowering capacity. And if you’re worried dried fruit may be too calorically dense, the next video Do Fruit & Nut Bars Cause Weight Gain? (http://nutritionfacts.org/video/do-fruit-nut-bars-cause-weight-gain/) should help put your mind at ease..
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Dr. Bahram H. Arjmandi discusses how dried plums (prunes) may improve bone health

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Dr. Bahram H. Arjmandi, spokesperson for the California Dried Plum Board discusses the how dried plums (prunes), may improve bone health and help prevent osteoporosis. Just adding 8-10 dried plums (prunes) into your diet each day may help to prevent the loss of bone density that leads to higher risk of fractures later on. In fact, 100 grams per day of dried plums may even reverse the bone density loss associated with osteoporosis.

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Dried Plums for Health and Athletic Performance

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Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD, CSSD, LDN, Director of Sports Nutrition at University of Pittsburgh, who also works with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Pirates and Toronto Blue Jays, and the Pittsburgh ballet theater, explains the health benefits of eating dried plums. In addition to being satisfying and less than 100 calories per 4 to 5 dried plums, the soluble fiber contained within themmay lower cholesterol. Dried plums may prevent hardening of the arteries. Bonci also points out how the boron and vitamin K in dried plums contributes to healthy bones. How does one incorporate dried plums into their diet? Its naturally sweet flavors make it perfect for trail mix, salads and pilafs. Puréed dried plums can also serve as a fat replacement in many baked good recipes.

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How to Eat Prunes: Nutrition Advice

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Plums, dried (prunes), uncooked Nutrition Facts & Calories For best results, be sure to enable the option to PRINT BACKGROUND IMAGES in the following browsers: Firefox ( File > Page Setup > Format & Options ) Internet Explorer 6/7 ( Tools > Internet Options > Advanced > Printing ) In Internet Explorer 7 you will need to adjust the default.There are 20 calories in 1 Dried Prune. Calorie breakdown: 1% fat, 95% carbs, 3% protein.Dried Prunes = 240 cal There are 240 calories (on average) in 100g of Dried Prunes.

34 rows · Apr 05, 2019 · Calories-240 per 100 g, niacin-1.882 mg (12% DV), pyridoxine-0.205 mg.There are 100 calories in a 5 prunes serving of Sunsweet Dried Pitted Prunes. Calorie breakdown: 0% fat, 96% carbs, 4% protein.Despite the caloric density of both nuts and dried fruit, they do not appear to lead to the expected weight gain. Prunes vs.

Metamucil vs. Vegan Diet The average number of bowel movements a week is compared between those eating prunes, those taking a fiber supplement, and those eating a strictly plant-based diet.Where do the calories in Prunes, dried (Prunes), uncooked come from? 1.3% 95.5% 3.3% Total Fat Total Carbohydrate Protein 20 cal * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.They used 100gm / day of prunes (equating to 10 prunes!) plus calcium and vitamin D supplements. Here is the nutrient info on prunes looks like it came out to an extra 220 cal per day. https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/fruits-and-fruit-juices/2043/2.1 cup.

Nutrition Facts. 265 calories. Kirkland Prunes – Pitted – Dried. 5 prunes.

Nutrition Facts. 100 calories. Trader Joe’s Prunes – Pitted. 6 pieces.

Sodium 5.0 mg. Potassium 828.3 mg. Total Carbohydrate 69.6 g. Dietary Fiber 16.4 g. Sugars 62.0 g. Protein 2.9 g. *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Report as containing personal information.

Dried Prunes Nutrition Facts. Calories, fat, carbs & 12 other nutrients. 28 items found.

Whole Foods Dried Pitted Prunes. 5 pieces (40g) Nutrition Facts. 110 calories.

Prunes Raw.A 1/2-cup serving of prunes contains 209 calories, 2 grams of protein, 0.3 grams of total fat, 56 grams of carbohydrates, 6.2 grams of fiber, 37 milligrams of calcium, 0.8 milligrams of iron, 637 milligrams of potassium and 679 International Units of vitamin A. Prunes also have a low glycemic index of 29.Main info: Pitted Dried Prunes.

Great Value. 1/4 cup. 100 calories.

26 grams carbs. 0 grams fat. 1 grams protein. 3 grams fiber.

The total carbohydrate content in it is 5.37 grams, protein content in it is 0.18 gram and fat content in it is 0.03 gram. 1 oz of dried prunes contains 68 calories, 100 grams contains 240 calories and one cup full of pitted dried prunes contains as many as 408 calories.Nutrition facts for Plums, uncooked, dried (prunes), recommended daily values and analysis.

Daily values are based on 2000 calorie diet and 155 lbs body weight. Actual daily nutrient requirements might be different based on your age, gender, level of physical activity, medical history and other factors.

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Uncooked dried prunes are very rich in calories (344 kcal per 100g), carbohydrates (91%), potassium, and iron.

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fromFoods & Nutrition Encyclopedia, Two Volume Set
by Marion Eugene Ensminger, Audrey H. Ensminger
Taylor & Francis, 1993

Prunes 66 A good source of potassium, but contains only negligible amounts of vitamin C; dried prunes contain about 4 times the solids and calories of fresh fruit

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fromCommercial Fruit Processing
by Jasper Woodroof
Springer Netherlands, 2012

Just five prunes contain almost 3 grams of fiber, or about 12 percent of the Daily Value (DV).

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fromThe Doctors Book of Food Remedies: The Latest Findings on the Power of Food to Treat and Prevent Health Problems From Aging and Diabetes to Ulcers and Yeast Infections
by Selene Yeager, Editors of Prevention
Rodale Books, 2008

Prunes are dried to about 18% moisture, which has sufficiently low water activity to avoid problems of microbial spoilage allowing long-term storage (Newman et al. 1996).

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fromHandbook of Fruits and Fruit Processing
by Nirmal Sinha, Jiwan Sidhu, et. al.
Wiley, 2012

Dried prunes contain approximately 6.1 g of dietary fiber per 100 g, while prune juice is devoid of fiber due to filtration before bottling (Stacewicz-Sapuntzakis et al. 2001).

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fromEdible Medicinal And Non-Medicinal Plants: Volume 4, Fruits
by T. K. Lim
Springer Netherlands, 2012

Most plums are dried as prunes or are canned; only 20 percent to 30 percent of plums are marketed fresh.

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fromThe Encyclopedia of Nutrition and Good Health
by Robert A. Ronzio
Facts On File, 2003

Prunes are dried to 4 percent moisture.

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fromEncyclopedia of Cultivated Plants: From Acacia to Zinnia [3 volumes]: From Acacia to Zinnia
by Christopher Martin Cumo
ABC-CLIO, 2013

Partially dried fruits (e.g., dried apricots, pears, prunes, figs, and raisins) are still largely prepared by sun drying in open wooden trays.

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fromFood Science
by Norman N. Potter, Joseph H. Hotchkiss
Springer US, 1998

Enough fiber can also be obtained through the regular use of bran slurry (see Box 26-1 for ingredients).

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fromPharmacology for the Primary Care Provider E-Book
by Marilyn Winterton Edmunds, Maren Stewart Mayhew
Elsevier Health Sciences, 2008

VARIATIONS: You can vary these by adding about 12 coarsely cut dates or 6 coarsely cut dried prunes along with the raisins.

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fromMaida Heatter’s Cakes
by Maida Heatter
Cader Books, 1997

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How many dried prunes should I eat a day? ›

How Many Prunes a Day Should You Eat? To get the best results, Dr. Hooshmand (and other researchers) recommend that you consume 100 grams (between 9 and 10 prunes) a day. If you are concerned about weight gain or you are on a low carbohydrate diet, then you can reduce your daily dose to 50 grams.

How many prunes a day for osteoporosis? ›

In contrast, those who ate at least four to six prunes every day maintained bone density and bone strength and preserved bone structure, particularly in cortical bone. While women in both prune groups saw benefit, four to six prunes a day may be the more feasible dose.

What is a healthy portion of prunes? ›

A portion of dried fruit is around 30g. This is about 1 heaped tablespoon of raisins, currants or sultanas, 1 tablespoon of mixed fruit, 2 figs, 3 prunes or 1 handful of dried banana chips.

What is a serving size of dried prunes? ›

A serving of four to six prunes (38-40 grams) is around 100 calories and is deliciously satisfying, with a sweet flavor, luxurious texture and … 3 grams of fiber, or 11% of the Daily Value (DV), which helps regulate the body's use of sugars, helping to keep hunger and blood sugar in check.

Is it better to eat prunes in the morning or at night? ›

Eating prunes before going to bed is connected with lower blood pressure, as they decrease plaque buildup and bad cholesterol and limit inflammation in your body. The potassium in prunes helps keep your nerves and muscles working properly and limits increases in blood pressure from excess sodium intake.

How long after eating prunes do you go to the bathroom? ›

How quickly prunes or prune juice will work depends on each individual. Some will see results in as little as a few hours. For some, it may take a day or so. Using this “go-slow” approach makes you more likely to improve symptoms without rapid urgency or even diarrhea.

What is one food people suffering from osteoporosis should eat more of? ›

One great choice: dark leafy greens such as bok choy, Chinese cabbage, kale, collard greens, and turnip greens. One cup of cooked turnip greens has about 200 milligrams of calcium (20% of your daily goal). On top of that, dark greens also have vitamin K, which can reduce your risk for osteoporosis.

How long does it take for prunes to improve bone density? ›

What is this? For example, the clinical trials found that eating 100 grams of prunes -- about 10 prunes -- each day for one year improved bone mineral density of bones in the forearm and lower spine and decreased signs of bone turnover.

What is the best breakfast for people with osteoporosis? ›

For a bone-healthy breakfast, use steel-cut oats as the base of your breakfast bowl, add a layer of Greek yogurt for some creamy goodness, and pair oats with fresh fruits. Making overnight oats is another great way to enjoy oats. You can prepare breakfast the night before or even days in advance.

Is it better to drink prune juice or eat prunes? ›

Prune juice appears to offer some benefits for people with constipation, but eating whole prunes may be just as effective. In a 2018 study, people with a low fiber intake who consumed 80 g or 120 g of prunes each day had higher stool weight and passed stool more frequently than those who did not consume prunes.

What are the side effects of prunes? ›

Prunes can cause gas and bloating for some people. They contain sorbitol, a sugar that is known to cause these effects. Dietary fiber, also found in prunes, can also lead to gas and bloating. If you're concerned about bloating or gas, consider introducing prunes into your diet slowly.

What counts as one of your 5-a-day? ›

Fresh, frozen, dried and canned fruit and vegetables all count. Also, pulses can count for one of your 5-a-day. Remember that potatoes, yam, plantain, and cassava do not contribute towards your 5-a-day because they are starchy foods. But, sweet potatoes, parsnips and butternut squash do count!

Is there a lot of sugar in prunes? ›

Nearly 50% of the weight of a prune is sugar, yet much it is sorbitol, a sugar alcohol that is not absorbed by the body (and therefore does not have the same effect on blood sugar). Sorbitol is what sets prune plums apart from other fruits, including other varieties of plums.

What dried fruit is good for osteoporosis? ›

So, the dried plum marketing board wants everyone to know that dried plums are “the most effective fruit in both preventing and reversing bone loss,” but only two fruits have ever been tested: plums and apples.

How many prunes should you eat for breakfast? ›

Four to five prunes – an amount that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand – make up one full serving of fruit. Just a handful of prunes are packed with an abundance of nutrients that support your many body systems, all for less than 100 calories.

Should dried prunes be soaked before eating? ›

How To Eat Prunes? Ayurveda recommends consuming prunes that were soaked in water for at least 2 to 3 hours, for better absorption of the nutrients by the digestive tract.

Do dried prunes count as 5 a day? ›

A 30g portion, which is about two prunes, counts as one of your five-a-day. Be aware that prunes packaged in juice or syrup may be higher in added ''free sugars', the type we are advised to cut back on.

Is it better to eat dried prunes or drink prune juice for constipation? ›

Dried prunes can be just as effective as prune juice in providing constipation relief. In fact, dried prunes may be a preferred option for mild to moderate cases. This is due to their higher concentration of sorbitol and fiber compared to prune juice, which loses some fiber during the juicing process.

Are canned or dried prunes better for constipation? ›

Firstly, both prune juice and prunes are equally effective remedies for constipation. have also shown that dried prunes are more effective than psyllium husks in addressing mild constipation and should be the first line therapy.

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