AMAZING BENEFITS OF EATING DATES/KHAJOOR
Dates, known as khajoor or kharjura might look like humble fruits, but they are packed with nutrition and have a lot of health benefits. Additionally, they are high in fibre which is good in clearing the intestinal tract. So, they clearly qualify to be called a superfood.
Most of the calories in dates come from carbs. The rest are from a very small amount of protein. Despite their calories, dates contain some important vitamins and minerals in addition to a significant amount of fiber.
A 100-gram serving provides the following nutrients:
•Calories: 277
•Carbs: 75 grams
•Fiber: 7 grams
•Protein: 2 grams
•Potassium: 20% of the RDI
•Magnesium: 14% of the RDI
•Copper: 18% of the RDI
•Manganese: 15% of the RDI
•Iron: 5% of the RDI
•Vitamin B6: 12% of the RDI
Dates are also high in polyphenols & other antioxidants.
Dates have a very high sugar content relative to the rest of their nutritional value, but have a low glycemic index. People who have diabetes, should be mindful of their total sugar intake when consuming dates.
Health Benefits:
•Very Nutritious
•High in Fiber
•May Promote Brain Health
•Excellent Natural Sweetener
•Promotes Digestion
•Improves Skin
•Good for bones
•Assists in weight gain
Dried dates are a better source of iron and calcium than fresh dates. Fresh dates are a better source of vitamin C. A 100gm serving of dried dates contains about 82 mg of calcium, 8 mg Iron and 0mg vitamin C. Vitamin C is not stable and can be destroyed by storage and heat.
Dates are definitely worth adding to your diet, as they are both nutritious and delicious.
