@morrisrudolf74

Dried fruit is packed with nutrients. A single piece of dried fruit contains nearly the same amount of nutrients as its fresh counterpart but in a much more concentrated form. However, there are exceptions. For instance, the vitamin C content is greatly diminished when the fruit is dried. Fruits naturally contain high amounts of sugars. When dried, the removal of water leads to a concentration of sugar and calories in a smaller, more compact form. This means that dried fruit is much higher in calories and sugar, including both glucose and fructose. Because dried fruit is sweet and calorie-dense, it's easy to consume large portions, leading to excessive sugar and calorie intake. Some dried fruits are coated in added sugar or syrup to enhance their sweetness and appeal. Such dried fruits with added sugar are often called "candied" fruit. Repeated studies have shown that added sugar has detrimental effects on health, raising the risk of obesity, heart disease, and even cancer.

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