Dates are fruits that come from date palm. This can
be consumed in its fresh form; it can also be dried and processed as an
ingredient to different pastries.
Rich in fiber
If you’re suffering from constipation, you should
definitely eat dates. This fruit is one of the richest sources of fiber you’ll
find anywhere in the world. It’s so rich in fiber that it’s sometimes called a
“laxative fruit”. It also contains essential amino acids.
Good for the cardiovascular and nervous systems
One of the best but probably lesser known health
benefits of dates is the fact that it has a high potassium content. This means
that it can keep your heart healthy. Aside from that, it also has a low sodium
content which makes it friendly for your arteries. It’s a recommended fruit to
eat for people with high blood pressure.
Good for anemia
If you’re trying to battle anemia, you would be
glad to know that one of the health benefits of dates is its high iron content.
You might not be able to tell this at first because the fruit is so sweet, but
it’s a good source of iron and it doesn’t taste bad. Usually, fruits and vegetables
which are rich in iron don’t taste so good. For example, the bitter gourd lives
up to its name because it’s bitter. Dates are sweet but they can provide just
as much iron.
Good for gaining weight
While dates are definitely not known as slimming
agents, they’re good for people who want to gain weight. This is because of the
high sugar content in the fruit. The sugars are natural, though, so there’s no
reason for healthy individuals to worry about their sugar intake when they eat
dates as long as they eat the fruit moderately. They’re good fruits to eat if
you need an energy boost. Weight gain and energy boosting properties are only
some of the greatest health benefits of dates.
Highly nutritious
Aside from fibers and sugars, dates are also rich
sources of iron, potassium, Vitamin A1, B1, B2, B3, B5 and Vitamin C. Eating
this fruit is like munching on a dessert that’s filled with nutrients. These
nutrients can help your body have a stronger immune system.
Can cure abdominal cancer
According to a traditional medicine, dates help
cure abdominal cancer. This could be due to a number of reasons, including the
acid neutralizing properties of the fruit. Of course, there’s no scientific
proof of this claim, yet, although the fruit could provide some form for relief
to people with highly acidic stomachs.
You still need to consult your physician first if
you’re thinking of using dates as a natural remedy for any abdominal ailment.
It has no known side effects, which is good for those who love the taste of
dates and would gladly eat it with or without its health benefits. However, you
should just watch out for the high sugar content because even naturally
occurring sugars could be bad for you if you are diabetic.