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Do apricots offer any health benefits?

Apricots are very high in fiber, as well as important nutrients, like potassium, calcium, and iron. They're also high in vitamin C and A. Studies have shown that eating them may help you combat issues like diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

Are dried apricots high in sugar?

Dried apricots are about 50 percent sugar. As a general rule, any dried fruit will contain sugar because fresh fruit does. However, many manufacturers add sugar to dried fruit to make them more flavorful. Always check your nutrition and ingredients label for added sugar before indulging in any snack.

What are the pros and cons of eating dried fruits rather than fresh fruits?

Both dried and fresh fruits have their benefits. Dried fruits are often higher in fiber because they've lost their water content. For example, a serving of dried apricots has about five to six times the fiber than fresh apricots. Dried fruits sometimes have more minerals per serving because the water content has been removed, but they may have less vitamins. They'll Fresh fruit typically has less sugar per serving as well.