Dried apricots are very common in almost all supermarkets. We like to grab a box once in a while from our local Publix supermarket. Recently, we found that our twins liked to munch on them as a snack, so I decided to write a short review here.

Here is what we like about this product -

1. Great, convenient energy-packed snack – one serving of about 1/4 cup (4-5 dried apricots) packs 120 calories
2. 11 g sugar but it also has 2 g fiber per serving
3. No fats
4. Rich in beta-carotenes – 1 serving has 10% daily value of vitamin A
5. Great source of vitamin C (35%), iron (10%) and calcium (2%)
6. Unlike fresh fruit which has a limited shelf life and not always convenient to carry, dried apricots can last for weeks.

Here is what we don’t like about this product -

1. Dried apricots are treated with sulfur dioxide during processing. This is done to preserve their orange color and enhance the shelf life. People with asthma can be particularly sensitive to sulfur residues. You need to wash them before eating.

A quick tip – if your child is suffering from constipation, dried apricots with yogurt can be a good way to relieve him!

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