{"id":1296,"date":"2021-02-09T12:49:11","date_gmt":"2021-02-09T09:19:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novindates.com\/8-proven-health-benefits-of-dates-first-part\/"},"modified":"2021-03-28T08:37:32","modified_gmt":"2021-03-28T04:07:32","slug":"8-proven-health-benefits-of-dates-first-part","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novindates.com\/en\/8-proven-health-benefits-of-dates-first-part\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Proven Health Benefits of Dates (first part)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dates are the fruit of the date palm tree, which is grown in many tropical regions of the world. Dates have become quite popular in recent years.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Almost all dates sold in Western countries are dried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can tell whether or not dates are dried based on their appearance. A wrinkled skin indicates they are dried, whereas a smooth skin indicates freshness.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nutritious<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Dates have excellent nutritional properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since they\u2019re dried, their calorie content is higher than most fresh fruit. The calorie content of dates is similar to that of other dried fruits, such as raisins and figs.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of the calories in dates come from carbs. The rest are from a very small amount of protein.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving provides the following nutrients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calories: 277<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carbs: 75 grams<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiber: 7 grams<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protein: 2 grams<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potassium: 20% of the RDI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Magnesium: 14% of the RDI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Copper: 18% of the RDI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manganese: 15% of the RDI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iron: 5% of the RDI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin B6: 12% of the RDI<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates are also high in antioxidants, which may contribute to many of their health benefits \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates contain several vitamins and minerals, in addition to fiber and antioxidants. However, they are high in calories since they are a dried fruit.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High in Fiber<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Getting enough fiber is important for your overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With almost 7 grams of fiber in a 3.5-ounce serving, including dates in your diet is a great way to increase your fiber intake .\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fiber can benefit your digestive health by preventing constipation. It promotes regular bowel movements by contributing to the formation of stool (3\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this reason, dates have a low glycemic index (GI), which measures how quickly your blood sugar rises after eating a certain food.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dates are high in fiber, which may be beneficial for preventing constipation and controlling blood sugar control.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High in Disease-Fighting Antioxidants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Dates provide various antioxidants that have a number of health benefits to offer, including a reduced risk of several diseases that we are going to explain\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Antioxidants protect your cells from free radicals, which are unstable molecules that may cause harmful reactions in your body and lead to disease \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compared to similar types of fruit, such as figs and dried plums, dates appear to have the highest antioxidant content\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s an overview of the three most potent antioxidants in dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flavonoids: Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and have been studied for their potential to reduce the risk of diabetes, Alzheimer\u2019s disease and certain types of cancer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Carotenoids: Carotenoids are proven to promote heart health and may also reduce the risk of eye-related disorders, such as macular degeneration<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Phenolic acid: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, phenolic acid may help lower the risk of cancer and heart disease <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

May Promote Brain Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Eating dates may help improve brain function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laboratory studies have found dates to be helpful for lowering inflammatory markers, such as interleukin 6 (IL-6), in the brain. High levels of IL-6 are associated with a higher risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer\u2019s\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, animal studies have shown dates to be helpful for reducing the activity of amyloid beta proteins, which can form plaques in the brain <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When plaques accumulate in the brain, they may disturb communication between brain cells, which can ultimately lead to brain cell death and Alzheimer\u2019s disease<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One animal study found that mice fed food mixed with dates had significantly better memory and learning ability, as well as less anxiety-related behaviors, compared to those that did not eat them \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The potential brain-boosting properties of dates have been attributed to their content of antioxidants known to reduce inflammation, including flavonoids\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, human studies are needed to confirm the role of dates in brain health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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to read the second part of this article click here<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n