7 Health Benefits of Eating Dates

Dates (Khajoor in Hindi), are known to be consumed in winters, as they are known to produce heat in the body. Dates are the fruit of date palm tree. Dates are sweet in taste and chewy, and available in varieties. They are warm and fulfilling. Here are some amazing health benefits of consuming dates in winters.

1) Dates are rich in calcium and minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, copper, which play an important role in keeping our bones and teeth strong.

2) Dates are best to cure cold in winters. You can boil the dates along with cardamom powder and black pepper. Once you consume the water, your cold will be cured.

3) Consuming dates in winters helps keeping the heart rate under control, as the fibre content lowers the cholesterol and protects the heart.

4) Dates are rich in carbohydrates which is a great source of energy. It can help boost up your energy levels when you feel lethargic in winters. It keeps your body warm.

5) Dates are rich in fibres, that helps in regulating the digestive system and prevent constipation.

6) Dates contain three most powerful antioxidants- Flavonoids, Phenolic acid, and Carotenoids, which help in reducing many disorders and diseases.

7) Dates are full of natural sugars or glucose and they work along with other vitamins and minerals. Thus, they help in stabilising blood sugar levels.