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Raw Fig Pudding  Print Friendly  Description: This is so delicious. The figs gives us some iron, the flax gives us some omegas, and the bananas provide us with some potassium. More about the health benefits of figs: Figs are high in natural and simple sugars, minerals and fibre. They contain good levels of potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper and manganese. Dried figs contain an impressive 250mg of calcium per 100g, compared to whole milk with only 118mg. Ingredients: 6 dried figs 3 ripe bananas 2 Tbsp ground flax 1-cup water ½ tsp cinnamon ¼ cup raisins Directions: Soak figs and flax in water overnight. Puree soaked mixture in a blender with bananas and cinnamon. Pour in dessert dishes, stir in raisins, refrigerate, and serve. Special Diet: Vegetarian, High Iron, Low Fat, High Omega Fats Category: Raw Foods Submitted By: From Maureen Terrey from Vernon.

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Tips to Lower Sodium Intake Have you been advised to limit your sodium intake? If so, try to eat a variety of raw, dried and frozen vegetables. Most of them are naturally low in sodium. Canned vegetables generally contain a significant amount of added salt unless the label states that it is low in sodium. Look for descriptions such as "no salt added" and "reduced sodium" on the Nutrition Facts labels when buying canned vegetables.

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