Black Dates

Description

From the time it was discovered, which was thousands of years ago, dates were known to have healing powers. And while science has proved that for sure, we love to eat them mostly because of how delicious these dark fruits are. According to history, date palm is known to have come from what is now Iraq, however Egyptians were known to have made wine with dates a lot earlier as well.

A 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving provides the following nutrients (1):

Calories: 277
Carbs: 75 grams
Fiber: 7 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Potassium: 20% of the RDI
Magnesium: 14% of the RDI
Copper: 18% of the RDI
Manganese: 15% of the RDI
Iron: 5% of the RDI
Vitamin B6: 12% of the RDI

Dates are also high in antioxidants, which may contribute to many of their health benefits (2).
1. Very Nutritious
2. High in Fiber
3. High in Disease-Fighting Antioxidants
4. Promote Brain Health
5. Promote Natural Labor
6. Excellent Natural Sweetener
7. Improves Bone health
8. Blood sugar control
9. Easy to Add to Your Diet
10.Strengthens the nervous system
11. Assists in weight gain