Sunsweet Prunes Giveaway
This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to commentors #5: Carol, #46: Pamela, #91: Barabra Wright, #108: Naddez, & #110: Joanne Schultz!
I’ve always loved prunes, even as a child. I especially liked those stewed prunes that they serve in school lunches. Yum! I’m not sure why I don’t really buy them as an adult so I was happy to review Sunsweet Prunes and introduce prunes to my girls.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
It’s with pride and a commitment to quality that Sunsweet Growers has brought you succulent California prunes for more than 80 years. Naturally sweet and tender, our select prunes are packed with nutrition and flavor, and a perfect food for your active, healthy lifestyle.
OUR REVIEW
Thanks to Family Review Network, we had the opportunity to review Sunsweet’s brand new “Ones”, individually wrapped prunes. We found it to be a great on-the-go snack! I just threw some in the diaper bag and I was all set for anytime I needed a snack for myself or the girls. At first, I wasn’t sure how my daughters would feel about prunes but once they tried it, they kept asking for more. Sunsweet prunes are soft, sweet, and easy to eat.
The great thing about being individually wrapped is that you know they’ll stay fresh. And did you know that prunes are also full of energy, antioxidants, potassium, and fiber? Prunes are definitely a Super Fruit!
So what makes a prune Super?
- Antioxidant rich. Prunes have a high antioxidant (ORAC) score. Antioxidants help to slow the oxidative damage to our bodies, and many researchers believe that antioxidants slow the aging process.
- Potassium punch. Move over bananas! Ounce for ounce, prunes have more potassium than bananas. Studies have shown potassium helps prevent hypertension and stroke.
- Bone health. A handful of nutrient-rich prunes a day may help bone metabolism and the reversal of bone loss for people with osteoporosis. They may also lead to improved bone formation.
- Low Glycemic Index (GI). Prunes are a low GI food, and therefore help to contribute to a low Glycemic Load diet and can aid in preventing and managing conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and obesity.
- Heart health. Prunes can help play a role in preventing heart disease and chronic diseases because they’re rich in antioxidants, which slow the chemical process of oxidation and protect key cell components from damage.
- Prebiotic power. Prunes naturally contain prebiotics, which stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in the large intestine. This helps dietary fiber perform well and promotes immune system and digestive health.
- Weight loss. Prunes are a good source of fiber, and this can help keep hunger pangs at bay. As a food component, fiber isn’t absorbed, so it doesn’t contribute calories that’s why high-fiber foods are included in weight loss diets. Plus, four prunes have just 100 calories!
Even Cheryl Forberg, registered dietitian and nutritionist for “The Biggest Loser” agrees.
So the next time you’re hungry, grab a few deliciously healthy Sunsweet Ones. You’ll be glad you did!
Purchase your 7 oz. container for only $2.35.
WIN IT!
Sunsweet has generously donate a Sunsweet Tote Bag and a coupon for a free Sunsweet product up to a $5.50 value. To enter:
- Just stop by Sunsweet before midnight, Nov 29th and check out their product line.
- Then come back and mention which one is your favorite. That’s it!
- A random winner will be selected and notified via email shortly thereafter.
- The winner will then have 3 days to claim their prize.
To earn extra entries, you may do one or all of the following. Each one counts as an extra ticket but you must leave a separate comment for each one.
- Subscribe to An Island Life’s feed.
- Follow Island Life on Twitter.
- Tweet this giveaway.
- Place our button in your sidebar.
- Mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here and to Sunsweet.
This giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck!
This post was written as part of a program for Family Review Network and Sunsweet, who provided the item for review and giveaway. I was not compensated in any way except for the complimentary product. By entering this giveaway, you are acknowledging that you have read, understood, and agree to our disclosure policy
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I really enjoy the mixture called the Antioxidant Blend.
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cranberries are my fave
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I like their (no pulp) Prune juice
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I like the PlumSweets.
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I like Sunsweet Cranberries!
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All the products look delicious but besides the individually wrapped prunes I like the Plum
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I’ve been wanting to try these!
These look yummy: Cherry Essence
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the cranberries thanks
I’d like the berry blend. THanks
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My favorite Sunsweet product has to be the Mediterrean Apricots – yum!
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my favorite is the orchard mix
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I LOVE the dried prunes — they’re like candy to me. (have to be careful not to eat too many at once.
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I like Sunsweet Cranberries BEST…
I’m a big fan of Sunsweet’s Orange Essence Prunes. My daughter calls them “big raisins” and loves them too!
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The jumbo red raisins.
I would like the Cherries
Cherry Essence sounds good.
Sunsweet’s Orange Essence Prunes. Yum!!!
I love Sunsweet Cranberries in my oatmeal. Thanks for the chance.
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FINALLY! A product for an old prune like me.
Actually – I am fond of all their products (except not a big date fan.)
I haven’t tried the antioxidant mix yet. I often use the dried cranberries in my holiday apple pies. It makes them very pretty – and adds a little zest to the apple flavor.
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Sunsweet Cranberries are yummy
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I love Orange Essence Prunes, and I have learned the hard way to love them in moderation…
I like Jumbo Red Raisins
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My favorite is the Eat Sunsweet Premium Varietal Blueberries.
Gotta love the cranberries!
Weight loss really? I see prunes in my future
My favorite product is the plain old Pitted Prunes.
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My favorite product is their dried Pineapple.
I like the PlumSweets
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I like their juices. Thank you
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I like the Mediterranean apricots.
My favorite is the antioxidant blend of dried fruit.
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I’d like to try the pineapple
I would like to try the Orchard Mix.
i love cranberries
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The cherries look good.
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My favorite product is the Sunsweet Premium Varietal Sweet & Tart Cherries. Thanks!
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We love Thailand Mangos at our house!
My favorite product is their cranberries. I LOVE cranberry everything.
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I’d love to try the Ones – Individually Wrapped Prunes for school lunch boxes!
I’d love to try the dried pineapple. YUM! Thanks.
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The Cranberries are tasty
I’d love the Jumbo Red Raisins
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The Antioxidant Blend sounds great
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i like the cranberries
i like the individual prunes..they are great for lunchboxes to keep your kid moving
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Love Jumbo Red Raisins
The Berry Blend is my favorite.
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I like the Jumbo Red Raisins.
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The Jumbo Red Raisins are my favorite.
My favorites are the single wrapped prunes. They are plump , juicy & tasty!
I love the Mediterrean Apricots.
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