Despite the fact that the apricot season has not yet begun, it is loved by many fruits They are already available in stores. Recently, they have appeared in the offer of Lidl and Biedronka. However, it cannot be denied that the price can be a bit scared.
We will pay PLN 11.99 in Biedronka for 500 g of apricots. In Lidl, the price offered was slightly lower and on the promotion in May it was PLN 19.99 per kilo. However, for many these are not affordable prices and they prefer to wait for fresh golden fruit.
Apricot season is on vacation. It continues through July and August. Sometimes fruits are also available in September. Then the prices of apricots fall significantly, but it is not always worth waiting for this point.
Fresh apricots are available in stores really short period of the year. To be able to fully use their properties, it is worth eating them now.
Apricots are wealth vitamins A, C, K, B vitaminspotassium, magnesium, ironcalcium and zinc. At the same time, it will provide valuable antioxidants such as phenols, beta-karoten. In addition, a large amount of dietary fiber will take care of the body. Who should eat “golden fruit” with such a composition? They will serve special groups.
Apricots for diabetics
Fresh apricots are recommended for diabetics. They are distinguished by a low glycemic index, which is 34. At the same time they have a high fiber content (in 100 g of fruit 1.7 g of fiber). As a result, they can be safely consumed by diabetics. They will not cause sudden and large glycemic disorders after a meal.
Apricots for hearts
Patients with cardiovascular problems should reach for seasonal fruit. Apricots will be a great protection for them. They will help in lowering cholesterol levels, adjust too high pressure. In this way, they protect against atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and the appearance of blood clots.
Apricots for anemia
People with anemia should also regularly eat apricots. The iron they contain will take part in the synthesis of hemoglobin. It will improve oxygen transport to tissues and support the production of red blood cells. Apartments will improve anemia treatment and can prevent it.
Apricots for seniors
Seniors should especially eat these unique fruits. Thanks to antioxidants, they will have anti -aging, anti -inflammatory. They will stop both aging of the body, skin and mind. Beta-carotene will have a positive effect. Apricots will protect yourself from macular degeneration and other eye diseases.
Apricots are eagerly converted into preserves, but it is much better to eat them raw. In this form, we can add them for breakfast porridge. In combination with oatmeal, nuts, natural yogurt will create a very healthy and balanced meal that will saturate for the whole day and provide the most valuable ingredients.
In addition, apricots will perfectly match fruit and vegetable cocktails and mousses. They will taste good with citrus, strawberries. You can also prepare with their addition granola, healthy grain bars.
Source: cefarm24.pl, doz.pl, Terazpoczy.pl
