It should be stressed that raisins can prove useful in the fight against carries, too. Although their texture is “sticky”, they contain microorganisms, which compensate for the negative effects of bacteria that cause damage to dental plaque. Raisins are concentrated sources of metals such as calcium, iron, manganese, magnesium, copper, fluorine, and zinc. Copper [...]
100g of raisins provide 3.7 g or 10% of the daily recommended levels of dietary fibres. The analysis of the composition of raisin dietary fibres (Camire, Dougherty, 2003) showed that it contained mainly pectins and polysaccharides of glucose and mannose residues. Studies have shown that the inclusion of foods with fibre in our diet [...]
Furthermore, there are indications that resveratrol can reduce the risk of stroke by interfering with molecular mechanisms in blood vessels. This is done, firstly by reducing the sensitivity of the blood vessels to damage through reduced activity of angiotensin (systemic hormone causes contraction of the blood vessels which can increase blood pressure), and secondly, [...]
Raisins, like other dried fruits (apricots, figs, plums) are concentrated sources of energy, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. 100 g of raisins provide 249 calories, several times more fiber than fresh grapes, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants such as polyphenols. Other components are contained in a lower percentage than fresh grapes (eg vitamin C, folate, carotenes, [...]
In the past, raisins were a staple of the diet of our ancestors, who believed that they contained magical and particularly beneficial properties. It started to have an economic interest in Crete after 1922 when the refugees from Asia Minor arrived. The refugees had a lot of experience in growing sultanas and also had [...]
Today, the Corinthian raisin is cultivated, the center of cultivation of which is the northern and western Peloponnese, and the sultana, which is widespread mainly in the Heraklion prefecture of Crete. The Corinthian variety produces the small-sized "black" raisin, while the larger "blonde" raisin is produced from the sultana. The Sultanina variety is of [...]
The vine is one of the most ancient plants cultivated by man. Much has been written and said about the beneficial properties and value that grapes, wine and raisins have for humans as food, as a means of healing, as a body energizer. The entire history of Crete, the Peloponnese and the wider Mediterranean [...]
What we have: 1 cup of yogurt 1 pint. cereals 1/2 fl. raisins, blonde 1 glass of rum, black 1 spoon of honey For the whipped cream: 1 1/2 fl. whipping cream 2 spoons of sugar, powdered What are we doing: In the bowl of the mixer, pour the yogurt and honey and beat [...]
Execution 1. Melt the Horio organic cow's butter and set it aside to become lukewarm to cold. 2. In a bowl, pour the sugar, raisins, walnuts, porridge, flour and baking powder, mix, and finally add the Chorio organic butter. Mix well until the ingredients are combined. 3. Form small walnut-sized balls. 4. Cover the [...]
The traditional Italian bun for the New Year in a sweet recipe with easy preparation! Ingredients for 8-10 people 2 sachets of powdered yeast 1/4 cup lukewarm water 2 whole eggs and 2 yolks extra 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon of lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon vanilla 50 gr. blonde raisins, 50 ml of rum [...]
