Dates are considered to be one of the most healthy foods on earth; this delicious fruit gotten from tropical oasis contains concentrated amounts of vitamins, minerals, and fibers.
The botanical name of this fruit is Phoenix dactylifera ; they are chewy, oddly wrinkled and deliciously flavored fruits that have numerous health benefits. Dates are considered to be drupes because they have a single pit or stone at the center.
The fruit is oval or cylindrical in shape with colour ranging from golden yellow to deep brown. This fruit has different varieties; thus the taste, colour and quality may differ. There are many health benefits that could be derived from eating dates. The soft simple sugar filled flesh contains fructose and dextrose which amounts to over two hundred calories.
They are fruits that supply the body with energy as a result of these qualities. In addition to this, they are easily digestible. Muslims often use this fruit in breaking their fasts during Ramadan because they revitalize the body immediately.
Dates contain tannins which contain anti-inflammatory and anti-infective properties. They also contain vitamin A which helps improve vision. Fruits that are rich in vitamin A help maintain healthy skin and prevent lung and oral cavity cancers.

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I love dates soooo much! they are fun to snack on. I devised a way of making a healthy drink of tigers nuts sweetened with dates.....very refreshing and nice with ice.