Potentash
  • Relationships
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Dating
    • Sex
    • Parenting
  • Lifestyle
    • Home
    • Food + Beverage
    • Fashion
    • Interviews
  • Stories
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Fiction
    • Poetry
  • Skin + Beauty
    • Skin
      • Skincare
    • Hair
      • Haircare
  • Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Emotional Wellness
    • Mental Wellness
    • Social Wellness
    • Spiritual Wellness
  • Business
    • Business Finance
    • Personal Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Investments
    • Personal Investments
  • Entertainment
    • Internet
    • Events
    • Music
    • Books
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
Potentash
  • Relationships
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Dating
    • Sex
    • Parenting
  • Lifestyle
    • Home
    • Food + Beverage
    • Fashion
    • Interviews
  • Stories
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Fiction
    • Poetry
  • Skin + Beauty
    • Skin
      • Skincare
    • Hair
      • Haircare
  • Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Emotional Wellness
    • Mental Wellness
    • Social Wellness
    • Spiritual Wellness
  • Business
    • Business Finance
    • Personal Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Investments
    • Personal Investments
  • Entertainment
    • Internet
    • Events
    • Music
    • Books
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
Potentash
No Result
View All Result
Dates

Dates Image from https://tinyurl.com/2tze8scd

Lifestyle: The Health Benefits of Dates

Nereah Obimbo by Nereah Obimbo
1 April 2021
in Food
Reading Time: 5 mins read
13 1
0
17
SHARES
93
VIEWS
FacebookTwitterWhatsApp

Dates are a sweet cylindrical commonly associated with Arabic or Middle Eastern and North American nations. They are considered sacred by Muslims and are commonly used to break the fast during Ramadan. One would be forgiven for dismissing them as low in nutritional value on the basis of their higher sugar content in a culture that largely demonizes sugar and sweets. Reject that position and the next time you’re craving something sweet, enjoy some dates guilt-free.

Naturally Sweet

Each date has about 60-70% sugar as well as a high amount of fibre and is packed with nutritional value that promotes overall health. This makes them a great source of energy and an immediate energy booster. Dates are also used as a natural sweetener in smoothies, juices, nutrition bars, and pastries including cakes and muffins.

Dates are a healthy alternative to processed, added sugar which has been linked to obesity, high blood pressure, chronic inflammation, and increased risk of dying from heart disease. They are also beneficial for blood sugar control and regulation and may help prevent blood sugar levels from spiking too high after meals.

Lifestyle: 7 Healthy Alternatives To Sugar

Rich in Fiber Supporting Digestive Health

Dates are high in fibre and a good way to increase your fibre intake, improving your overall health. Fibre is linked to improved digestive health. Fibre helps prevent constipation and promotes regular bowel movements. Dates bulk up the stool and may also aid in relieving symptoms of constipation.

People who took dates also had reduced levels of stool chemicals known to damage cells and trigger mutations that may lead to cancer. Just three dates provide about 18% of the daily recommended fibre intake. Eat some dates and keep it moving.

Lifestyle: 6 Ways To Improve Your Gut Health

Nutrient-Rich

Dates are rich in various minerals including calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, zinc, and vitamins including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, Vitamin A and Vitamin K. All the minerals and vitamins also help boost the immune system, maintaining it in good condition.

Rich in Antioxidants

Dates are rich in antioxidants which are known to reduce the risk of several diseases. The three most potent antioxidants in dates are flavonoids, carotenoids, and phenolic acid. Flavonoids help in reducing the risk of diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and cancer. Carotenoids promote heart health and reduce the risk of eye-related disorders such as macular degeneration. Phenolic acid has anti-inflammatory properties and lowers the risk of cancer and heart disease.

Prevent Anemia

The high iron content in dates helps prevent anaemia and its symptoms.

Nervous and reproductive system

Dates contain serotonin which is known for improving mood. It makes it a great choice in cases of anxiety, fatigue and even alcohol intoxication. When it comes to the reproductive system, dates have been found to enhance fertility, improve sperm quality and quantity, and are considered excellent aphrodisiacs.

Eating dates while pregnant also helps ease labour and birth with multiple studies showing a positive effect on labour with no adverse effect on mother and child.

Clearly, dates have numerous benefits. They promote brain health, reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s.  Brain Food: 8 Foods That Promote Mental Health

Dates promote heart health, lowering the risk of heart disease, and also reduce the risk of cancer.

Dates help regulate blood sugar and also reduce the risk of diabetes. How to live with diabetes

Dates promote bone health by strengthening bones. Health: Tips For Stronger Bones And Teeth

Dates help ease natural labour and reverse anaemia.

Dates also help relieve intoxication and prevent hangovers.

Reach for a packet of dates, use them as a natural sweetener for your smoothies and pastries or just feed your sweet tooth with zero guilt.

As you choose healthy food options, here are more reasons why you should be eating dates. 11 Reasons Why You Should Add Dates To Your Diet

Here’s a piece on the health benefits of broccoli.

Health: Foods That Are Good For Arthritis

Share7Tweet4SendShare1Pin2
Previous Post

Business and Entrepreneurship: 3 Critical Hires For Your New Business

Next Post

Beauty: 7 Trendy Haircuts For Women In 2021

Nereah Obimbo

Nereah Obimbo

Writer. Youtuber. Filmmaker. Abolitionist. Pessimism of the intellect, optimism of the will.

Next Post
Beauty: 7 Trendy Haircuts For Women In 2021

Beauty: 7 Trendy Haircuts For Women In 2021

Please login to join discussion

Recommended

7 Ways For Adults To Heal From Childhood Bullying

7 Ways For Adults To Heal From Childhood Bullying

10 June 2019
928
Fancy winning a night for two at Nightingale Apartments Mombasa? #TembeaKenya

Fancy winning a night for two at Nightingale Apartments Mombasa? #TembeaKenya

27 May 2014
83

Popular Stories

  • Book Review: Things I Will Tell My Daughter By Joan Thatiah

    650 shares
    Share 260 Tweet 163
  • Relationships And A Tolerable Level Of Permanent Unhappiness

    1558 shares
    Share 622 Tweet 389
  • Jewellery: 5 Reasons Why The Hilton Arcade Curio Shops Are A Great Alternative To Maasai Market

    890 shares
    Share 356 Tweet 223
  • Musician Crystal Asige Lost Her Sight In Her Early 20s But She Has Not Let That Stop Her From Pursuing Her Dreams

    2303 shares
    Share 921 Tweet 576
  • He Kept Her Waiting Around For A Marriage Proposal, But He Never Seemed To Be Ready To Settle Down 

    7 shares
    Share 2 Tweet 2

Potentash Blog

Potentash is an award-winning lifestyle blog. We publish lifestyle content that intersects with health, women, beauty, travel, business, relationships, finances and entertainment.

Explore

  • The Singlehood Series
  • From Stairs To Ramps
  • Man Around Nairobi
  • Pearls And Heels
  • Personal Finance
  • Food + Beverage
  • Editor’s Pick
  • Reviews

Get the Potentash Newsletter

  • Newsletter Archive
  • Subscribe
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Copyright © 2023. Potentash, In Partnership with Decima

Welcome Back!

Sign In with Linked In
OR

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
  • Login
No Result
View All Result
  • Relationships
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Dating
    • Sex
    • Parenting
  • Lifestyle
    • Home
    • Food + Beverage
    • Fashion
    • Interviews
  • Stories
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Fiction
    • Poetry
  • Skin + Beauty
    • Skin
      • Skincare
    • Hair
      • Haircare
  • Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Emotional Wellness
    • Mental Wellness
    • Social Wellness
    • Spiritual Wellness
  • Business
    • Business Finance
    • Personal Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Investments
    • Personal Investments
  • Entertainment
    • Internet
    • Events
    • Music
    • Books

Copyright © 2023. Potentash, In Partnership with Decima