Six health and nutritional benefits of dates

Six health and nutritional benefits of dates

WEB DESK: From the time it was discovered, which was thousands of years ago, dates were known to have healing powers. While science has proved that for sure, we love to eat them mostly because of how delicious these dark fruits are.

The sweet fruit makes for an excellent breakfast snack, or in cereals and porridges. Plenty of people have even switched to date syrup instead of refined sugar. Jaggery made from date palm tastes delicious with black coffee, and dried dates can be added to cakes, bread, and other dishes.

Keep a box of seeded or seedless dates in your refrigerator, and make sure to have a few every day. Besides, their delicious and sweet taste, here we have enlisted some of the health benefits that why we should have dates.

Lowers cholesterol

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Did you know that dates are free from cholesterol, and contain very little fat? Including them in smaller quantities in your daily diet can help you keep a check on cholesterol level, and even assist in weight loss.

Protein rich

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Dates are a strong source for proteins that help us in staying fit, and even keep our muscles strong. A lot of regular gym goers are asked to eat a couple of dates every day as part of their daily routine.

Promotes digestion

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If you soak a few dates in water and chew on them daily, your digestive system will behave itself very well. Plus it’s recommended for those who have trouble with constipation.

Improves skin

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The vitamins C and D works on your skin’s elasticity, and also keeps your skin smooth. If you suffer from skin problems, incorporating dates into your diet might help you in the long run.

Plus dates also come with anti-ageing benefits, and prevent the accumulation of melanin in your body.

Prevent teethes from decay

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Apart from the fluorine that keeps your teeth healthy, dates also contain iron, which is highly recommended for those who suffer from iron deficiency. Plus it’s great for blood purification as well.

Energy Boost

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Dates are filled with natural sugars. These include fructose, sucrose, and glucose. This makes them a perfect afternoon snack if one needs a quick energy boost.

Skip the energy bar and eat a couple of dates instead. The fiber in the dates keeps power up without the crash one would typically experience from any other sweet treat.

Source: Aaj News