Health

Delicious Dates

Delicious Dates
Dates
Who knew dates had so many health benefits.

With essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, required for normal growth, development and overall wellbeing, we share some of the main benefits.

They are rich in dietary fibre which prevents dietary LDL cholesterol absorption in the gut.
They’re a good source of vitamin A known to have antioxidant properties and is essential for vision.
They’re rich in antioxidant flavonoids such as beta-carotene, luten and zeaxanthin.
They’re a good source of iron.
They’re high in potassium.
They’re rich in minerals like calcium, manganese, copper and magnesium.



Tags: dates, vitamins, LDL cholesterol, vitamin A , potassium
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