Are dried fruits and vegetables that come with advertisements claiming to be good snacks and healthy ? Are they actually good for your health? Or is there a way to eat them to stay healthy?
Are dried fruits and vegetables really good for your health?
Assoc. Prof. สมัคร ufabet, Thai Red Cross Society, stated that crispy dried vegetables and fruits are a snack that is currently popular. The production process involves drying vegetables and fruits by freezing (Freeze Dry). Or vacuum frying to remove water, resulting in fresh vegetables and fruits that are dry, crispy, and can be stored for a longer time.
Benefits of dried fruits and vegetables
- Heat-treated crispy food is a processing method that preserves some of the vitamins and minerals in vegetables and fruits.
- It still contains a lot of dietary fiber.
- Easy to store and last longer
- Another option for those who do not like to eat fresh vegetables and fruits, but still get dietary fiber, minerals, and vitamins from vegetables and fruits.
Precautions for eating dried fruits and vegetables
- You should not eat too many dried fruits and vegetables per day, as this can lead to excessive energy intake, especially high-energy fruits and vegetables.
- You should not eat dried vegetables and fruits that contain a lot of salt, sugar or seasonings. As can be seen from the nutritional label on the packaging.
- Dried vegetables and fruits should not be eaten as a substitute for eating fresh vegetables and fruits.
How to choose healthy dried fruits and vegetables to consume
- Choose freeze-dried or vacuum-fried dried fruits and vegetables to avoid residual oil from frying.
- Choose dried fruits and vegetables that have nutritional value labels and are certified by the Food and Drug Administration. Choose low-calorie, high-fiber dried fruits and vegetables, such as green leafy vegetables, broccoli, carrots, and okra.
- Choose to eat a variety of dried fruits and vegetables, focusing on colorful vegetables to get a variety of nutrients, along with eating enough main meals, especially protein, such as low-fat yogurt, low-fat milk, or various nuts.