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Dried fruit is fruit from which most of the original water content has been removed naturally, through solar drying, or using special dryers and dehydrators. Dried fruit has a long tradition of use dating back to the fourth millennium BC in Mesopotamia, and is valued for its sweet taste, nutritional value, and long shelf life.

Today, dried fruit consumption is very widespread. Almost half of the dried fruit sold is raisins, followed by dates, prunes, figs, apricots, peaches, apples, and pears^[1] referred to as "normal" or "traditional" dried fruit: fruit that has been dried in the sun or in hot air dryers. Many types of fruit, such as cranberries, blueberries, cherries, strawberries, and mangoes, are filled with a sweetener (e.g., syrup, sucrose) after drying. Some products sold as dried fruit, such as papaya, kiwi, and pineapple, are most often candied fruit.

Traditional dried fruits such as raisins, figs, dates, apricots, and apples have been one of the main products of the Mediterranean diet for thousands of years. This is partly due to their early cultivation in the Middle East region known as the Fertile Crescent, pieced together bit by bit from modern-day Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon, to southwestern Turkey and northern Egypt. Drying or dehydration also happens to be the very first form of food preservation: grapes, dates, and figs that have fallen from trees or vines dry in the hot sun. Ancient hunters and gatherers discovered that these fallen fruits were edible and appreciated their stability as well as their concentrated sweetness.

Benefits of Dried Fruit

1. Almonds
A daily serving of dried fruit that you shouldn't miss. One of the most commonly consumed dried fruits, almonds have several health benefits for people of all ages. Here are a few reasons why you should eat a handful of almonds every day

Heart Health

High in monounsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E, almonds help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. The availability of magnesium and potassium also helps maintain normal blood pressure and heart function. Weight

Management The high dietary fiber, protein, and healthy fats present in almonds make you feel fuller, thus helping you avoid overeating. Studies have shown that those who consumed an almond-enriched diet experienced greater reductions in weight, waist circumference, and body fat content.
Blood Sugar Control
Experts believe that when almonds are eaten with a meal, the monounsaturated fatty acids in almonds help slow the release of glucose into the bloodstream, thereby preventing sudden spikes in blood sugar levels.

2. Walnuts
A powerhouse of goodness. Including walnuts in your daily diet can have several health benefits.

Food for the brain
Walnuts contain a number of nootropic compounds, such as vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants, which help improve cognitive function. They help combat stress and promote a sense of calm. According to research, vitamin E and flavonoids in walnuts also help destroy harmful free radicals that can lead to dementia.
Anti-Cancer Properties
Regular consumption of walnuts can help reduce the risk of pancreatic and breast cancer, as well as limit the spread of cancer.