Thursday, September 2, 2010

Dry fruit tray – All time favorite

Gifting dry fruits is an ancient practice. Exotic dry fruits like figs, dates, peaches, plums, dry grapes were all commonly used in the ancient civilizations. Dry fruits are considered to be of high nutritional value. They give you the benefit of tasting the fruits round the year. The shelf life of dry fruits is longer and hence they act as a perfect gift item. Unlike fresh fruits dry fruits can be taken as a healthy snack any part of the day. The only disadvantage in the drying process is that two nutrients Vitamin C and beta-carotene lose their value while being dried. Dry fruits are smaller in size when compared to the original fruit and hence can be carried easily. Since they are not succulent they can be eaten without making any messy around you. Dry fruits are considered an instant source of energy and hence preferred by sports persons.

Dried fruits are rich in carbohydrate and fiber content and hence are considered a healthy diet. But they are not free from disadvantages; since they are reduced to less than half their original size they are high in sugar and calories. Yet they are rich in potassium, calcium, iron, sulphur, copper, manganese and magnesium.

Decorating a dried fruit tray cannot be imagined without nuts and chocolates. These two act as a great complement to the dry fruit tray. Dry fruits are rich in mineral content and nuts have enough amounts of oil and lipids that is good for the body. Hence the two go hand in hand. Apart from this they are tastier too. There is no denying the fact that dry fruits are a favorite among all categories of people.

These days dry fruits come packaged in an assortment of trays. Depending upon the diverse needs of the customer the size, shape, color and design can be modified. Customized dry fruit trays are also in vogue. All you need to do is to give in your specifications and the dry fruits are packaged attractively in a tray and delivered to the address mentioned. Dry fruits are exchanged during festival season, with one around the corner it is advised to book them in advance to avoid disappointment.

With so many positive and nutrient value hidden in dry fruit trays it is sure to become a delicious gift item. They are not only tastier and healthier but also possess an aesthetic value too. Dry fruits are priced on the higher side and hence depending upon your budget order for one.

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