PLUMS

HISTORY AND BACKGROUND

Plums are one of the most popular of the stone fruits. Earliest known data of plums indicates that Plums in Europe were only discovered around two thousand years ago, originating in the area near the Eastern Europe or Western Asia. In ancient Roman times, 300 varieties of European plums were mentioned.

IMPRESSIVE HEALTH BENEFITS

Plum Fruits for human body is very amazing, mainly for preventing cancer. You call it plum when it is fresh, and you call it prune when it is dried, but both of them are full of nutrients. So no matter which type that you eat, you can still reap the benefits.

• Regular intake of dried plums helps in promoting fluidity of blood in the arteries thus maintaining cardiovascular health.
• plum extracts have been proven beneficial in the treatment of cancer.
• Regular Consumption of dried plums exerts anabolic and anti-resorptive actions, which aid in maintaining healthy bones with can assist with preventing osteoporosis.
• Plums consist of vitamin C which promote the body’s resistance against various infections and inflammations.
• The Vitamin C also helps to maintain healthy, radiant and youthful skin.
• Vitamin A and beta-carotene contained in plum are beneficial in maintaining healthy eyesight and preventing age-related macular degeneration.
• Vitamin E and beta-carotene,protect the fatty acids and the cell membranes from the attack of the free radicals, which allows the body to fight the signs of aging skin such as loss of elasticity and wrinkles.
• Plum contains a high amount of antioxidants and high anti-inflammatory properties, which increase the circulation and cell metabolism, reducing inflammation.
• Plums use anti-hyperglycemic effects and help in combating diabetes.
• Plums and prunes consists of a good amount of vitamin K, which helps in normal clotting of the blood and promotes bone health.
• Plums are a good source of dietary fiber, along with the components sorbitol and isatin, which help in regulating the digestive system.
• Plums consist of vitamin B-6, which helps in the transmission of nerve signals and aids in the smooth functioning of the nervous system. 
• Plums also remove toxins and prevent constipation, leading to weight loss naturally. 
• Plum products are quite beneficial during pregnancy for the growing baby, due to the abundance of numerous vitamins and minerals. 
• Prunes and prune juice are well known for their ability to relieve constipation. This is partly due to the high amount of fiber in prunes. One prune provides 1 gram of fiber. 
• Plums consist of iron and copper which assists in the formation of red blood cells and facilitates blood purification and healthy circulation.

Following side effects should be taken into consideration

• May interfere with certain medication 
• Can lower your blood sugar
• Prunes are high in calories
• Increase your risk of having a kidney stone 

PLUM JUICE BEAUTY RECIPES

Drinking the juice of fresh, succulent plums and using it for some of the easiest beauty recipes can be useful for you. While drinking plum juice can be refreshing, using the same for treating beauty problems can be absolutely hassle-free and rewarding. Get the best beauty benefits of plums with these recipes:

1. Plum Juice Hair Treatment

Mix freshly squeezed plum juice with whisked egg. Massage the hair roots with the concoction and leave it on the hair for about an hour. It works wonders for frizzy and dry hair.

2. Plum Juice-Honey Mask

Mix plum juice and honey in equal quantities, and use the mixture on your face to get glowing skin. Try including the juice of this wonder fruit in your daily life to gain its best benefits and remain healthy, naturally.