Natural Benefits and Curative Properties
The sugar contained in the raisins is of superior quality, like that of the grapes, as major portion of this sugar is formed by glucose and fruit sugar. As is well known, glucose produces quick heat and energy in the body. They are also valuable during convalescence.
In Europe, many individuals that are suffering from various chronic ailments are taking recourse to an exclusive diet of raisins for some time. This forms a treatment by itself and is known as raisin cure. It is believed that raisins, taken in this manner, for one month will bring about considerable improvement in health as a result of proper elimination.'
Acidosis
The organic acid of the raisins is completely oxidized.
Acidosis is a condition in which the acidity of body fluid is abnormally high. The raisins with their excess of alkalinity, are helpful in maintaining the acid balance of the body. Studies conducted by Saywell in the University of California have shown that the free use of raisins, say about 1.05 gm. daily, will greatly reduce the acidity of the urine.
Constipation
Raisins are highly beneficial in the treatment of constipation. Excellent results are seen in case of chronic constipation. American Teens are experiences constipation at suprising rates because they are more sedetary that children of the past. Also the varied diets they experience has an adverse effect on their bodies and the simple use of raisins can end the problem.
Raisins are so save for this terribly unconfortable disorder that they can be given to infants as an extract in water to help regular bowel action. Six to ten raisins or more, depending on the child's age, can be soaked in boiling water and set aside for a while. When cool, the raisins should be thoroughly crushed to extract their juice into the water. For small children the liquid could be strained and given so that the skin of the raisins does not upset the stomach. DO NOT GIVE INFANTS ANYTHING YOU HAVE TALKED TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT.
Anemia
As a rich source of easily assimilable iron, raisins enrich blood. They are thus useful in anemia.
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