If you eat dried prunes you'll be getting much more fiber than you will if you eat a fresh plum. Prunes will almost certainly help with constipation, and while plums may offer some vitamins and nutrients. They do not necessarily make you go to the toilet
While I wouldn't say it is guaranteed, eating 20 prunes is a lot! They have about 11% of your daily fiber requirement so, 20 would be 220%. I used to eat one prune in the morning and one prune at night until I had diarrhea like twice a day. Cut the prunes out, cut out the runs! :)
I hope they are because I've been eating them for a while. I like the taste. I just crack open the shell with my teeth and eat away!
*** in addition to the well-written and informational response above (please wikipedia at least before answering):
As with many other members of the rose family, plum seeds contain cyanogenic glycosides, including amygdalin.[5] These substances are capable of decomposing into a sugar molecule and hydrogen cyanide gas. While plum seeds are not the most toxic within the rose family (that dubious honor going to the bitter almond), large doses of these chemicals from any source are hazardous to human health.
Prunes and all fruit, can spoil depending on a variety of conditions which include:
1. High levels of humidity contribute to the growth of molds and bacteria, even on dried fruits.
2. If the fruit wasn't thoroughly dried.
3. If the fruit wasn't treating with a preservative as part of the drying process.
If you live in a humid area and your fruit has not been treated with anything, it is recommended that you store the prunes in the refrigerator.
Consumption of too many prunes will result in loose stools or diarrhea.
Prunes can actually be dangerous to a dogs health.
Just like grapes, raisins, and plums; prunes contain a toxin that can damage the kidneys.
Prune juice however is not a cause for concern. Just don't give it to your dog in excess. A few drops of unweetened prune juice mixed with water is really healthy for your dog every once in a while, especially if it has bowel problems.
For a more effective solution to constipation in a dog. You should boil some rice and give it small vegetables. Dogs do not digest vegetables very easily, so make sure you chop them well.I don't think you should give it in a can either.
* Prunes contains contains a lot of fibers and sorbitol a stool loosening sugar. * Prunes helps to slow the aging process of the brain and body. * Helps in cases of anemia. * Prunes are excellent for increasing one's vitality. * It helps in normal blood circulation. * It is a good remedy for sore throat. * It can help prevent cancer because of its high betacarotene content.
Generally about 6 months for the best taste/quality.
They are a dried version of plums, and dried fruits are high in dietary fiber. Fiber helps to move intestinal contents along more quickly and also adds bulk to the stool, helping bowel movements form and move more easily.
Prune means to shape or trim something in a nice way. It means prun in Malayalam.
Yes, they are the same thing, but treated differently. A plum is a purple fruit that grows on trees. Prunes are dried plums, the same thing with most of the moisture removed, though they are not really dry.
Yes, they are healthy for you. A plum is a purple fruit that grows on trees. Prunes are dried plums, the same thing with most of the moisture removed, though they are not really dry. They contain vitamins and fiber and are a great alternative to candy and high salt snacks.
Generally speaking, yes, dates could substitute for prunes in a quick bread or loaf cake recipe.
It's impossible to give an exact answer, because it depends on the severity of the individual's condition and also on how many of and how often the prunes are consumed. However, most people report that the effect was a quick one.