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Nutrition & Diet
Question #27874
90 days ago
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kismis is hot or cold for body - #27874

Arush

I am really confused about whether kismis is hot or cold for body. I've been reading up on it cause my grandma always says kismis is hot. But then, my friend said it's actually cooling. The other day, I had a bad cold and she brought me some kismis thinking it would help. I ate some and honestly felt a bit better but now I'm second guessing myself. Like, how do ya even decide what's hot or cold for body, right? I started keeping track of what other foods do the same, and boy, there’s a lot. Last week, I had fever and was longing for something to eat but ended up making a kismis smoothie cause everything else seemed too heavy. It was nice, but I really don’t know if I was doing good for my body or making it worse. I’ve heard mixed things about it before too. On some sites, it says kismis is good for warming you up, but others claim it's actually cold and helps with digestion, especially when you’re sick. I am not sure if it’s just a myth or if there’s real science behind it? Can anyone clear this up? Like, is there a way to tell if kismis is hot or cold for body for someone who’s recovering from an illness? Thanks!

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Kismis, or raisins, don’t have inherent “hot” or “cold” properties in the way food is described in some traditional diets. These concepts often come from Ayurvedic or Traditional Chinese Medicine perspectives, where foods are ascribed qualities that might relate more to how they affect one’s body internally—like promoting circulation or cooling inflammation, for instance. Raisins are essentially dried grapes and composed mostly of natural sugars, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. From a modern nutritional perspective, they can be considered quite neutral, having neither a warming nor cooling effect in the way traditional classifications suggest. They’re nutrient-rich, particularly in iron and potassium, and their sugars can give a quick energy boost, which might explain why you felt better consuming them.

Regarding what you consume during a fever or cold, hydration and nourishment are crucial, and fiber-rich foods like raisins can aid in digestion. However, the most important aspect is how you personally respond to them. If you feel good after consuming raisins, there’s no harm in including them in your diet while recovering—as long as you’re not overdoing your sugar intake and it fits within your dietary needs and medical conditions, if any. Always listen to your body, as it can guide you to what feels most nourishing at the moment. It’s also important to focus on balanced nutrition and eating a variety of foods to ensure you’re getting all the necessary nutrients to support recovery. If symptoms persist or worsen while trying home remedies, consulting a healthcare provider is recommended to rule out underlying concerns. This approach helps keep you on the right track towards healing without inadvertently affecting your health negatively.

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