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Prunes and Satiety

Health,  News

  Dried fruits are often ruled out of diets because people worry that they are high in sugar. Yet studies…

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Prunes and Cardiovascular Health

Health,  News

Prunes support heart health in two ways: protecting arteries and reducing damage from oxidative stress, even in diets that are not considered healthy.

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How to Cook with Prune Ingredients

Sauces,  Trends

There are a lot of new ways to think about pairing prunes with global flavors. Prunes are proven matches with…

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Moisture Binding in Meat Products

Meat / Poultry

Adding moisture to meat is possible with clean-label options, such as using ingredients made from prunes. Traditionally, enhanced meat and…

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Prunes and Bone Health

Health,  News

Beyond digestive health, one of the most compelling reasons to eat prunes is to increase bone density and stave off…

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Prunes and Digestive Health

Health,  News

When it comes to digestion, it’s long been understood that eating prunes leads to a healthy gut. While they’re known…

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Suppressing Warmed-Over Flavor

Meat / Poultry

Studies have shown that the high levels of antioxidant phenolic compounds in prune plums—mainly neochlorogenic and chlorogenic acids— suppress the formation of warmed-over flavor.

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Sunsweet Prunes: Unique in Nature

Health,  News

Propagated since ancient times, prune plums are unique in nature for their for their sweet-tart flavor and functional components, including…

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Advantages of Prunes in Meat and Poultry Products

Meat / Poultry

Using prunes in meat and poultry products can improve the taste and appearance of everything from burgers to sausages. Here’s…

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How to Replace Phosphates with Sunsweet Prunes

Alt Meat,  Health,  Meat / Poultry

One of the most prevalent issues for protein processors is moisture loss. Meat lacking in moisture tastes inferior. Less moisture…

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Prune Juice Concentrate: A Natural Sweetener

Bakery

Prune juice concentrate garnered a mention in this story from Bakingbusiness.com on how food companies use natural sweeteners to drive…

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British Study Confirms Eating Prunes Boosts Gut Health

When it comes to health and digestion, prunes are known for being a natural solution to constipation. In a new…

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Featured Recipes

Blueberry and Yogurt Parfait

Cook Time: 5 min

Diced Prunes, Prune Bits

Bakery / Bars

Feta, Lentil and Wheat Berry Salad with Orange-Prune Dressing

Cook Time: 40 min, plus 6 hours soaking time

Diced Prunes, Prune Bits

Vegetables / Sides

Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce

Cook Time: 20 min

Prune Bits

Meat / Poultry / Fish

Crispy Sesame Meatballs with Yogurt and Pepper Dip

Cook Time: 15 min

Whole Pitted Prunes

Gluten-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

Blueberry and Yogurt Parfait

Cook Time: 5 min

Diced Prunes, Prune Bits

Bakery / Bars

Feta, Lentil and Wheat Berry Salad with Orange-Prune Dressing

Cook Time: 40 min, plus 6 hours soaking time

Diced Prunes, Prune Bits

Vegetables / Sides

Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce

Cook Time: 20 min

Prune Bits

Meat / Poultry / Fish

Crispy Sesame Meatballs with Yogurt and Pepper Dip

Cook Time: 15 min

Whole Pitted Prunes

Gluten-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

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