Black Plum

Health benefits of Plum

1. It improves intestinal transit and digestive process due to its natural laxative power
2. It is recommended in case of anemia due to its high ferrous content
3. It is a good remedy against coughing improving the elimination of mucus
4. It is recommended in case of bronchitis
5. It aids digestion
6. It helps to reduce blood cholesterol level
7. It helps to prevent cancer of colon
8. It helps to reduce the risk of developing blood clots
9. It is recommended in some cases of menopause to retain oestrogens
10. It is recommended in case of arterial hypertension

Red/Black Plum

Although its origin is found in China, it spread after its cultivation in Japanhence on occasions it is said to be of Japanese origin. Its scientific name is "Prunus salicina”. It is a round fruit with a heart shape, medium-large in size. Its smooth skin, which is fine or thick, may be red, dark red or black in colour, depending on the variety. The flesh is of medium-high firmness, with high water content and is consistently red or yellow in colour, also dependent on the variety. The fruit has a thicker, smooth skin with a characteristic sweet flavour. Its aromatic and juicy flesh has an excellent flavour and is pleasing to the palate. It also has an intense aftertaste. The fruit has a thicker, smooth skin with a characteristic sweet flavour. Its aromatic and juicy flesh has an excellent flavour and is pleasing to the palate. It also has an intense aftertaste. Its aromatic and juicy flesh has an excellent flavour and is pleasing to the palate. It also has an intense aftertaste.

Product available from the middle of May until the beginning of November.

Nutritional values per 100 grams

• Fiber - 1,4g
• Potassium - 157mg
• Magnesium - 7mg
• Calcium - 6mg
• Vitamin C - 9,5mg
• Calories 50
• Carbohydrates - 11g