“I nibble on California Dried Plums Like Candy” – Olympian Swimmer Natalie Coughlin
January 4, 2010 – Olympian and World Champion swimmer Natalie Coughlin was the most decorated female athlete in both the 2008 Beijing and 2004 Athens Games. Natalie won a medal in every Olympic event she entered, earning a total of 11 Olympic medals.
California Dried Plums are one of Natalie’s favorite fruits, which made her a natural choice as a spokeswoman for the California Dried Plums Board. An enthusiastic foodie with a passion for healthy cooking and eating, Natalie uses plums in various recipes.
Prunes for Peak Performance
Natalie also snacks on prunes for peak performance.
Dried plums are a source of important:
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Antioxidants
- Fiber
Together, these help support the immune system and enhance heart, bone and digestive health
The result: powerful support for optimal overall health.
Plus, dried plums are:
- Surprisingly affordable
- Conveniently portable
- Comfortingly familiar
You can enjoy superfruit nutrition everyday by adding California Dried Plums in:
- Snacks
- Salads
- Smoothies
- Cereal
Prunes are also great for baking and cooking.
Check out the prune recipes and read the whole article on Tummywise.com.

