Emma Miller
Excessive consumption of plums is dangerous even for a healthy person. In most cases, the harm from the fruit is associated with excessive consumption.
People who consume a lot of vegetables and fruits containing flavonoids are in good health and suffer less from cardiovascular diseases and tumors. Plum is a fruit that contains active flavonoids, which means it can be beneficial to health.
Nutritionist Svitlana Fus shared on Facebook what plums are good for and who is not recommended to eat them.
“To draw your attention to this fruit, I suggest that you familiarize yourself with the useful substances that can be obtained by eating a few pieces of plum tree fruit. They contain active flavonoids, namely anthocyanins, which give them a purple hue,” the expert wrote.
Interestingly, the fruits retain their beneficial properties even after processing.
What nutrients are contained in plums?
- vitamin C
- provitamin A
- fructose and sucrose;
- dietary fiber
- organic acids;
- nitrogenous, tannins;
- macro- and microelements.
What are the benefits of plums?
The main beneficial property of plum is a gentle cleansing of the intestines and normalization of the gastrointestinal tract. Plum has the ability to increase appetite and intensify intestinal motility, is useful for atherosclerosis, and reduces cholesterol deposits on the walls of blood vessels.
How many plums can you eat per day?
Svetlana Fus notes that you can eat 3-4 plums a day. If you are prone to diarrhea, then no more than two.
What can you eat plums with
Plums can be combined with a variety of cereals. They can be a great dessert after the main meal for the second breakfast or after lunch.
At the same time, you should not eat this fruit on an empty stomach or wash it down with milk.
“Excessive consumption of plums is dangerous even for a healthy person. Diarrhea, increased acidity in the stomach, and heartburn are often noted. In most cases, the harm from the fruit is associated with excessive consumption,” the nutritionist said.
Who shouldn’t eat plums?
Plum is contraindicated for a certain category of people. This fruit should not be consumed by
- people with diabetes and obesity due to the high level of glucose and fructose in the product;
during exacerbation of gastritis with high acidity; - in case of individual intolerance;
- for breastfeeding mothers, as plum consumption can provoke diarrhea and colic in infants.
