Delhi Gastroenterologist Shares Benefits Of Eating Raisins Regularly How It Supports Gut And Heart Health

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Raisins are dried grapes that are loaded with natural sugar, which makes them so delicious. However, the benefits of raisins do not end with their taste, as they are also nutritionally dense foods.

One of the most important health benefits of regular raisin consumption is that it helps with bowel movement. The plant-based product is rich in dietary fibre, which helps the gut retain water and make the food passing through the intestines softer.

The effort is aided by the chemical compound sorbitol present in raisins. A type of carbohydrate that falls under sugar alcohols, it is an osmotic laxative that helps relieve constipation.

In the words of Dr Vatsya, “If Indians start consuming raisins regularly, then half of the population who deal with constipation will be cured. Kismis or raisins naturally improve the water balance in the gut.”

“The sorbitol present in raisins signals the intestine to retain moisture in the stool. The dietary fibre present in raisins also makes the stool soft and easy to pass. Therefore, with regular consumption of raisins, the bowel movement becomes more comfortable.”

According to Dr Vatsya, raisins are also beneficial for maintaining overall gut health. They help feed the healthy gut bacteria, as well as deal with issues like acidity and heaviness. As a result of maintaining a healthy gut ecosystem, allied problems such as fissures and piles are also resolved.

As the gastroenterologist noted, “Raisins also nourish the gut bacteria, calm down acidity and heaviness, and, due to the lowering of regular straining, the risk of gut health issues like fissures and piles is also reduced.”

Raisins are also rich in potassium and antioxidants, which support overall digestion as well as heart health, noted Dr Vatsya.

To better get the health benefits, he suggested soaking eight to 10 raisins overnight and having them in the morning. Having five or six raisins anytime throughout the day also helps.

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Debapriya Bhattacharya is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times. He started his career in 2022, working in newsrooms in beats like education, US news, trending stories, and entertainment. In his new role in the lifestyle desk, he seeks to deliver a balanced blend of research-driven reporting and creative storytelling from health and recipes to art and culture. Science, philosophy, food and pop culture are what pump his veins and help bring heart to his stories. Debapriya tries to see out subjects that will allow him and readers to explore new frontiers and improve the quality of life for all. The explorations can be both external and internal, as thoughts seek to be as chaotic as the greater universe. As a citizen of the world, Debapriya has been fascinated by the lives of people across the globe throughout time. His curiosity leads him to explore new linguistic and cultural landscapes to broaden his horizons and deepen his understanding of global narratives. Beyond the newsroom, Debapriya loves to participate in debate and theatre, spaces that he considers to be holy grounds for nuance and self-expression. A graduate from Ashutosh College, University of Calcutta, Debapriya completed his Master's degree from the same university in 2022. An ambiverted bibliophile, he loves his solitude as much as he adores stimulating conversations. And despite his reverence for tech, libraries continue to be his favourite place for research.Read More