This is commonly known as Dabino across Nigeria, especially the northan part of the country.

According to our health sources,
"The health benefits of dates includes:
Boosts Heart Health:
Research has shown that dates contain a crystalline compound known as isoflavone, which are effective in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Date contains antioxidants, which helps to prevent atherosclerosis, a condition where the arteries become narrowed and hardened due to a build up of plaque around the artery wall. These antioxidants activates the removal of cholesterol from the artery cells"

"Contains Nicotine: the nicotine content present in dates are thought to be beneficial for curing intestinal disorders. Taking it consistently helps to inhibit the growth of pathological organisms which in turn helps stimulate growth of friendly bacteria in the intestines"

"Prevents night blindness: A lot of people tend to struggle with their sight under poor lighting conditions even if their eyes seem to physically be in good shape. There are many causes of night blindness, but one of the most common causes is the deficiency of vitamin A. Dates help to delay the macular degeneration of the eyes which is usually caused by......
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Fruits generally are very important to our wellbeing. Don't joke with it.