Tayyib (allowed)·Fruits

Prunes

Prunes is classified as tayyib in the Tayyibat dietary system, in the fruits group. The framework, developed by Dr. Diaa Al-Awadi, considers it among the foods compatible with the two-hour digestive rule and the broader nutritional logic of the method.

Recipes featuring this ingredient

maghreb · lunch
Lamb tagine with prunes
A pillar of Moroccan festive cuisine: lamb shoulder slow-braised with saffron and cardamom, balanced by sticky honey-glazed prunes. A wedding-table classic from Fez to Marrakech.

Glycaemic index and load

Index

low

Load for 60 g

medium

The index is measured on the food alone, fasted. In a full meal, protein and fat flatten the curve markedly.

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Frequently asked questions

Is prunes tayyib or khabith?

Prunes is classified as tayyib (allowed) in the Tayyibat dietary system of Dr. Diaa Al-Awadi.

What is the glycaemic index of prunes?

Prunes has a glycaemic index of about 29, and a glycaemic load of 11 for a 60 g portion. The index is measured on the food alone, fasted; within a full meal, protein and fat flatten the curve markedly.

This article relays the public teachings of Dr. Diaa Al-Awadi for educational and informative purposes. It is not medical advice. Consult your physician before any dietary change. Legal notice.