The doctor warned about the harmful properties of prunes

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Prunes can not only be useful, but also harmful, the doctor said.

The doctor said in an interview that when consuming prunes, it is important not to overdo it with their quantity, otherwise the berry will harm the digestive system – this may cause bloating, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. In addition, diabetics should be very careful when eating prunes.

“A large amount of this dried fruit can lead to a spike in blood glucose,” the doctor called one of the harmful properties of prunes.

The specialist reminded that some people are contraindicated in consuming prunes. In particular, this applies to those who have irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, allergies, stomach problems. In addition, there may be an individual intolerance to prunes.

The doctor drew attention to the fact that dried fruits can be treated with sulfur dioxide, smoked, and coated with special compounds for shine. To avoid unnecessary and potentially dangerous substances from entering the body, dried fruits should be soaked in cold water before consumption, and then scalded with boiling water, the expert said.