Plum DayJune 15. A day to remember the wrinkled, dark, sticky fruit that many undervalue. Plum Day is an unofficial holiday created by dietitians and dried fruit producers. The goal is to promote this healthy product. In 2026, when healthy eating became a trend, plums experienced a second rebirth. They are added to salads, smoothies, meat dishes, and baked goods. But many still remember only its laxative effect. It's time to dispel myths and show plums from an unexpected side.What is Plum Plum is a dried plum (usually varieties of Hungarian and Renklod). The drying process: the fruits are blanched, cooled, then dried in ovens or in the sun. The result is a dark purple, almost black fruit with a pit or without. Taste - sweet, with a slight tartness. Aroma - smoky (if smoked). Plums are popular in cuisines around the world: in the US, they are put in pies, in Europe - in meat, in Russia - in compotes and fillings for kuliches.Health Benefits Plum is a champion in fiber content (7 g per 100 g). It normalizes peristalsis of the intestines, helping with constipation (gentle laxative). It contains sorbitol, which enhances the effect. Antioxidants (flavonoids, carotenoids) fight aging and cancer. Potassium (732 mg) - for the heart and blood pressure. Vitamin K - for bones (prevention of osteoporosis). Vitamin B6 - for the nervous system. Boron strengthens bones and joints. Iron - for hemoglobin. Plums are beneficial for anemia, hypertension, avitaminosis. Of course, there is a lot of sugar (38 g per 100 g), but it is fructose, and it is not as harmful as refined sugar.Who Should Not Eat Plums Diabetics (in large quantities). People with irritable bowel syndrome (may cause gas formation). With obesity (calorific: 240 kcal per 100 g). With allergy to plums (rarely). Pregnant women - can, but not more than 5-6 plums a day to avoid diarrhea.How to Choose Quality Plums Color: evenly dark, without light spots. Gloss - there is, but not oily (treated with glycerin). Flesh - firm, ... Read more