Are prunes really good for you like your granny always said?

Many of the older generation swear by prunes. You would think they were the food of the Gods the way some elderly relatives go on about them.

And as you would expect, the old folks are quite correct. Although they are by no means a miracle food, prunes are very good for you.

The high levels of fibre in prunes and the resulting laxative effects are well documented but the humble prune is also packed full of essential minerals and antioxidants. Prunes are particularly beneficial to the skin both in terms of preventing aging and general healthiness.

However, the real beauty of prunes are that they are virtually fat free so you can eat as many of them as you like.

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