tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2093518180664201814.post5753872160504781450..comments2024-02-15T05:02:37.026-08:00Comments on Harmonious Grub: Tasty in my Tummy OSM Crumble CookiesIrenicinerihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00213887758973844108noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2093518180664201814.post-39838364323494861972010-09-15T03:10:37.709-07:002010-09-15T03:10:37.709-07:00Very interesting discussion. You remind me of Alto...Very interesting discussion. You remind me of Alton Brown - but prettier.JimJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07656275426127677808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2093518180664201814.post-12183123787378625842010-09-13T18:03:43.771-07:002010-09-13T18:03:43.771-07:00I have made this recipe with raisins instead of pr...I have made this recipe with raisins instead of prunes. You could, I imagine, substitute any dried fruit, cut to a reasonable size. But I like the taste of the prunes more (it's subtle, but there) and prunes are better for you than raisins.<br />Could I ask why you're terrified of prunes? They are simply plums that have been dried. <br />Prunes are actually really good for you; they have high levels of antioxidants, and also are host to the phytonutrients neochlorogenic and chlorogenic (damage-preventing phenols that can actually neutralize superoxide anion radicals as well as prevent oxygen-based damage to healthy fats). They have great levels of beta-carotene and potassium, help to normalize your blood sugar levels by slowing the rate at which food leaves the stomach (thereby delaying the absorption of glucose), and the soluble fiber in them leaves you feeling full for a long while after eating them (which can aid in weight loss goals). They have also been proven to help lower cholesterol levels and provide protection for your intestines, making your belly healthier and happier. But my favorite thing of all- prunes increase the amount of iron your body is able to absorb (which is useful for me, as you may or may not know). <br /><br />Note: Prunes have gotten a reputation for preventing constipation and, because of this, I've noticed there's a sort of stigma attached to them. Yes. They may help you... unload, but not to the degree that their reputation seems to suggest. <br /><br />But yes, if you're still scared of prunes, substitute with another nibble-able dried fruit and enjoy. :)Irenicinerihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00213887758973844108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2093518180664201814.post-75246757143105764792010-09-13T16:36:25.151-07:002010-09-13T16:36:25.151-07:00GAH! I love you but I'm terrified of prunes. C...GAH! I love you but I'm terrified of prunes. Can I put something else in them instead? Eeep. ;)Phoenixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07477498671080132176noreply@blogger.com