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Prune Juice

Prune juice (/pruːn dʒuːs/) is a type of fruit juice derived from prunes.

Etymology

The term "prune juice" is derived from the Latin word "prunum," which means plum, and the Old French word "jus," which means juice.

Description

Prune juice is a sweet, thick liquid made by boiling prunes in water, then removing the solids and keeping the remaining liquid. It is often consumed for its potential health benefits, particularly its ability to aid in digestion and alleviate constipation.

Health Benefits

Prune juice is rich in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, making it a nutritious beverage choice. It is also known for its laxative properties, which can help regulate bowel movements.

Related Terms

Prune: A dried plum of any cultivar, mostly the European plum (Prunus domestica).
Fruit Juice: A beverage made from the extraction or pressing of the natural liquid contained in fruit and vegetables.
Digestion: The process of breaking down food by mechanical and enzymatic action in the alimentary canal into substances that can be used by the body.
Constipation: A common condition that affects people of all ages. It can mean that you're not passing stools regularly or you're unable to completely empty your bowel.

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-== Pound Cake ==
+== Prune Juice ==
-'''Pound cake''' (/paʊnd keɪk/) is a type of [[cake]] traditionally made with a pound of each of four ingredients: [[flour]], [[butter]], [[eggs]], and [[sugar]]. The name originates from the simple ratio used for measurement, a technique dating back to the 1700s.
+'''Prune juice''' (/pruːn dʒuːs/) is a type of [[fruit juice]] derived from [[prunes]].
 === Etymology ===
-The term "pound cake" is of [[English]] origin and first appeared in the 18th century. The name comes from the original recipe which called for one pound each of flour, butter, eggs, and sugar. This made the cake easy to remember and it was a large enough quantity to feed multiple families.
+The term "prune juice" is derived from the [[Latin]] word "prunum," which means plum, and the [[Old French]] word "jus," which means juice.
-=== Ingredients ===
+=== Description ===
-The traditional pound cake recipe calls for a pound each of the following ingredients:
+Prune juice is a sweet, thick liquid made by boiling prunes in water, then removing the solids and keeping the remaining liquid. It is often consumed for its potential health benefits, particularly its ability to aid in [[digestion]] and alleviate [[constipation]].
-* [[Flour]]: The base ingredient of the cake, providing structure.
+=== Health Benefits ===
-* [[Butter]]: Adds richness and moistness to the cake.
-* [[Eggs]]: Acts as a binding agent, providing structure and stability.
-* [[Sugar]]: Sweetens the cake and helps to brown the crust.
-Modern variations of the pound cake often include additional ingredients such as [[baking powder]] for leavening, and flavorings like [[vanilla extract]] or [[almond extract]].
+Prune juice is rich in [[fiber]], [[vitamin C]], and [[potassium]], making it a nutritious beverage choice. It is also known for its laxative properties, which can help regulate bowel movements.
-=== Variations ===
+=== Related Terms ===
-There are many variations of the pound cake that have evolved over time. Some of these include:
+* [[Prune]]: A dried plum of any cultivar, mostly the European plum (Prunus domestica).
+* [[Fruit Juice]]: A beverage made from the extraction or pressing of the natural liquid contained in fruit and vegetables.
-* '''[[Sponge Cake]]''': A lighter version of the pound cake, made with beaten eggs to incorporate air.
+* [[Digestion]]: The process of breaking down food by mechanical and enzymatic action in the alimentary canal into substances that can be used by the body.
-* '''[[Butter Cake]]''': Similar to pound cake, but with a higher proportion of butter.
+* [[Constipation]]: A common condition that affects people of all ages. It can mean that you're not passing stools regularly or you're unable to completely empty your bowel.
-* '''[[Madeira Cake]]''': A traditional British cake that is similar to pound cake, but with lemon flavoring.
 === See Also ===
-* [[Cake]]
+* [[Plum Juice]]
-* [[Baking]]
+* [[Fruit Juice]]
-* [[Dessert]]
+* [[Dietary Fiber]]
+* [[Vitamin C]]
+* [[Potassium]]
-[[Category:Cakes]]
+[[Category:Fruit Juice]]
-[[Category:Baking]]
+[[Category:Digestive System]]
-[[Category:Desserts]]
+[[Category:Nutrition]]
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