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5 Healthy Reasons To Gift Dry Fruits This Diwali
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 It's Diwali and yet again you're in a tizzy. Choosing the right gift has never been a strong point so all you do is barge into the nearby store and pick up packets of chocolates. So what if they're unhealthy and fattening, after all you're not eating them! But isn't Diwali all about goodwill and the right gift to show people you care? How about putting a little thought into that gift?
How about a nice, healthy pack of dried fruits? Healthy? Yes, they are. And very tasty too.
Recent studies have shown that dried fruits contain fibre, potassium and nutrients and are very high in antioxidants.
Healthy reasons to gift dry fruit gift packs this Diwali season:
- Energy fix: They are wonderful sources of carbohydrates, which give you energy, to party away till the wee hours! Also, they don't spoil, like fresh fruits so they can be munched well after Diwali is over.
- Low sugar: They're healthy because most are naturally sun dried. There are no chemical agents to speed the process or preserve the flavour and contain little or no added sugar.
- In tune with nature: All living beings contain five basic elements viz. Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Sky within them. In order to keep oneself healthy, it is important to replenish these elements through natural foods and what better way than dry fruits!
- Nutri-packs: They contain substantial quantities of essential nutrients and are an excellent source of minerals, vitamins and enzymes.
- Blood purifiers: They also aid digestion and clean the blood and the digestive area. They may be small in size but are potent powerhouses that also aid immunity.
The best dry fruit choices:
- Raisins: Are highly nourishing and an excellent food to recover from illnesses. Also if constipated, they should be soaked in a glassful of drinking water for 24 to 48 hours and eaten early in the morning. They are helpful in anaemia and weight gain too.
- Cashew nuts: They provide protein and fibre to the body and are rich in mono-unsaturated fat that can prevent heart problems. They are also good sources of potassium, B vitamins and folate.
- Dates: It has natural sugar like glucose and fructose. It's a great laxative and can also help you get over a hangover too. Try it!
- Almonds: Almonds soaked in milk are great for instant energy because they are rich in vitamins. It also makes them easier to digest than plain cow's milk. Almonds have unsaturated fats that have medicinal value and are rich in iron, copper, phosphorus and vitamin B1. They help in the creation of new blood cells, haemoglobin and help in proper functioning of the brain, heart, nerves, bones and liver. Also, if you want a great physique, nothing like almonds to strengthen the muscles!
- Dried figs: They contain about 60 milligrams of calcium, nearly twice as much as the same amount of low-fat cottage cheese. They also have numerous antioxidants and heart-protective omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
- Dried apricots: Rich in vitamin A.
- Dried plums (prunes): They are said to slow the progression of heart disease.
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