The aging of the U.S. population presents a number of challenges, many of which that can be addressed through nutritional approaches. Postmenopausal women are particularly at-risk for a number of diseases such as osteoporosis (By 2020 it is estimated that 50 percent of women at 50 years and older will either suffer from or be at-risk of bone loss), and cardiovascular disease, the number one killer of postmenopausal women. Polyphenolic compounds in fruits and nuts have been the focus of extensive research regarding their potential to reduce risk for a number of chronic diseases. All fruits are not created equally, so determining if dried plums (Prunus domestica L.) have certain phytochemicals in amounts that promote health when consumed in realistic amounts is important. This demonstration is likely to impact market demand for dried plums. Indeed, favorable research on other California specialty crops (walnuts, almonds, strawberries, grapes) is a key strategy to help growers increase sales.