One date contains on average about 23 kcal. This low-calorie product is an ideal substitute for any sweets and is suitable for people who are dieting or just watching their weight. And due to the content of a large amount of nutrients and vitamins, dates are included in the diet of a healthy diet.
Composition of dates
Dates are 44-88% carbohydrates containing natural sugars such as fructose, glucose, sucrose. These naturally occurring sugars are a quick source of energy for the human body. The mass fraction of carbohydrates in 100 g of dates is 69.2 g. Dates are rich in salts and minerals. Copper, manganese, zinc, iron, boron, fluorine are just a few of the valuable trace elements required for a daily diet. Dates do not contain cholesterol, and unlike apples, bananas and many other fruits, they contain 23 types of different amino acids. Vitamins of group B, as well as A, C, dietary fiber, fats and other substances that make up dates make these fruits extremely useful. They are very nutritious and quickly give you a feeling of fullness. Mass fraction of fat in dates is about 0.5 g, and proteins - 2.5 g per 100 g of product. At the same time, the calorie content of dates is only 274 kcal.
Benefits for the body
Dates are extremely beneficial for the whole body. They support the functioning of the heart, liver and kidneys, promote the formation of healthy microflora in the intestines, and also normalize the functioning of the entire gastrointestinal tract. Dates maintain the acid-base balance of the body, nourish blood and nerve endings. They improve brain function and calm the nervous system. These fruits help the body to cope with viral and infectious diseases, strengthening its immunity. Thanks to the dietary fiber they contain, dates prevent the onset of cancer.
The high potassium content helps in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. After a long illness, it is recommended to use dates for recovery purposes. And women should consume these dried fruits during pregnancy to facilitate childbirth and the production of breast milk. When overworked and tired, dates have a tonic effect, giving strength and energy.
History of dates
Dates are one of the most ancient fruits consumed by humans. Even 5-7 thousand years ago, dried and dried dates saved the ancient Arabs from hunger during long campaigns and long wars. Nowadays, these fruits are common in many countries of the world, due to their unsurpassed taste and beneficial properties. It is believed that by eating only dates, you can live a long time, keeping your figure and well-being.
