Dates

Whether fresh or dried, dates provide enormous nutritional value for those who eat them. Eating dates has nothing but prolific health benefits. Find out everything there is to know about this dried fruit , which has been eaten by different civilisations for a very long time.

The origins of dates

Dates come from the Phœnix dactylifera tree, more commonly known as the date palm. Contrary to what you might think, this is not a tree, but a cultivar. This fleshy, oblong fruit is about five centimetres long. Inside is an elongated stone, not to be confused with the jujube. The latter is the fruit of the jujube tree, and some people call it the Chinese date. However, they are in fact two different fruits.

From a purely botanical point of view, dates are berries. It comes from around the Mediterranean, and more specifically from the countries of North Africa and the Middle East. In terms of exports, Tunisia is in pole position, followed by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Next come Israel, Iran, Pakistan, Iraq and Algeria.

On the European continent, France is the leading importer of dates. The French eat a lot of dates because of their therapeutic benefits, but also because of their flavour. Discover Sukari Fresh Dates, renowned for their uniquely sweet taste.

A nutritional contribution found nowhere else

This high-energy berry contains 64.7% carbohydrates, equivalent to sugar. It also contains dietary fibre and lipids. Dates are also rich in water and micronutrients. The main vitamins present are B vitamins: B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and B9. It also boosts the antioxidant vitamins C and E.

Dates have many benefits

Among the minerals present in this dried fruit is potassium in high quantities. This is followed by iron, copper, magnesium and manganese. Smaller quantities contain phosphorus, selenium, zinc, iodine, sodium and calcium. Its composition goes even further, with the presence ofantioxidants such as phenolic compounds and carotenoids.

And when it comes to health...

Everyone wants to know what medicinal benefits dates have for the body? Digestive health, brain health, cardiovascular health...

Stroke and cholesterol

Dates aren't just a tasty, exotic dried fruit - think again! Once you've taken stock of its beneficial and powerful nutritional properties for the body, you can't help but agree.

As far as its beneficial properties against heart and cardiovascular disease are concerned, this fruit is packed with good fatty acids. Some of them are essential for our health. Regular consumption reduces blood triglyceride levels. So, if you want to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, don't hesitate to turn to dates.

Their high magnesium content helps prevent the risk of stroke. Preserve your health by eating this fruit with other sources of magnesium. Our online shop offers Nigella in all its formats. Recommended by the Messenger of Allah in his prophetic tradition, it has nothing but benefits for the body.

The role of dates on blood pressure

Dates do more than just reduce blood cholesterol levels. Their components also play a favourable role in regulating blood pressure. The potassium present in this oriental berry makes a major contribution by balancing the body's electrolytes.

What's more, toumours combine potassium and magnesium in a single food. Indulge yourself with this food that easily helps to control blood pressure. However, don't eat too much of it. Remember to eat a balanced diet.

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Eat dates and say goodbye to fatigue

We can't stop talking about dates' high concentration of vitamins and nutrients. This fruit is ideal for fighting fatigue and boosting the immune system. So remember to give priority to eating dates as the winter season approaches. That way, your body will be ready to face the challenges of the cold outside.

The high concentration of antioxidants found in dates has nothing but beneficial effects on our health, particularly in the prevention of :

• cardiovascular disease
• cell ageing
• cancer.

What's more, dates are a great source of energy that sportspeople and athletes shouldn't neglect. In fact, it promotes rapid recovery and reduces post-training fatigue.

You can also enjoy the flavour of this fruit with its invaluable benefits by drinking Assil Natural Tea with Ginger, Honey and Red Dates.

A free-flowing source of dietary fibre

In a way, the various benefits of dates are due to the presence of fibre. Fibre is beneficial to the digestive process, as well as helping to treat certain gastrointestinal disorders. In fact, eating dates helps relieve constipation and diarrhoea. What's more, they are an excellent way of combating the onset of type 2 diabetes .

For a feeling of satiety that lasts, especially after meals, think about eating fibre, in other words dates. All you have to do is nibble on a few. In his sunna, the messenger of Allah recommends eating seven dates in the morning. For those with a sweet tooth, don't hesitate to accompany it withpeanut amlou - 200gr - Origin Morocco...

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