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Dates are fruit products of the date palm. Dates are known to exist since approximately 6000 B.C and are believed to have originated somewhere in the Persian Gulf.

Date are botanically known as "drupe" (single pitted) fruits, belonging to the family of Arecaceae, in the genus: Phoenix, and scientifically named as Phoenix dactylifera. Date varieties range from Medjool (a rich-tasting desert delight) to acai (a tropical palm fruit).

Nutritional Content of Dates

If you want unending nutrition and vitality, i'll will advice you take dates daily.

The nutritional data of Dates is outlined and is based on a 100g serving of the fruit.

Fiber – 6.7 grams. 27% RDA.

Potassium – 696 milligrams. 20% RDA.

Copper – 0.4 milligrams. 18% RDA.

Manganese – 0.3 milligrams. 15% RDA.

Magnesium – 54 milligrams. 14% RDA.

Vitamin B6 – 0.2 milligrams. 12% RDA

Health benefits of dates

• Relieving constipation, supporting regular bowel movements
• Promoting heart health, reducing heart disease risk
• Treating Diarrhea
• Cures Iron-deficiency anemia
• Treating and preventing constipation
• Helps Bone Health
• Reducing blood pressure
• Impotence
• Promoting respiratory and digestive health
• Prevents Abdominal Cancer
• Pregnancy deliveries
• Hemorrhoid prevention
• Chronic conditions such as arthritis
• Reducing colitis risk
• Preventing colon cancer

Side effect of taking excess Dates

• Increase in blood sugar level
• The sugar content in Dates allows them to cause Tooth Decay when taken excess.
• Could worsen diarrhea
• Causes abdominal pain and abdominal cramping
• Leads to weight gain

Please never give Dates to infants as Dates are incredibly thick and hard to digest.

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REFERENCES

Health benefit of dates
Organic facts
Dates effect

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