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September 25, 2007
Dried Fruit Challenge
Nutrient density measures the amount of nutrients a food provides relative to the amount of energy it contains. A food high in nutrients and low in calories would have a high nutrient density.
Let's compare 2 dried fruits: raisins and cranberries. They both can add flavor and variety to oatmeal, salads, rice pilaf, cereal and cookies or can be a great snack by themselves or paired with a handful of nuts.
Raisins are packed with potassium and iron though are a bit higher in calories. Here's the breakdown:
Dried cranberries: 1/4 cup serving: 93 calories, .2 mg of iron, 12 mg of potassium.
Raisins: 1/4 cup serving: 120 calories, 1.1mg iron, 310 mg potassium.
Either one is considered a serving of fruit for the day!
Posted by Lisa at September 25, 2007 07:54 AM
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