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Published 15 May, 2017 11:37am

5 ways dates improve health

WEB DESK: It is a Sunnah to break the fast with dates.

Here are five ways dates are good for health

Bone strength :

 

Dates carried sufficient amount of minerals that strengthen the bones. They carry selenium, manganese, copper and magnesium.

Digestive issues:

Date contains fibers and other amino acids which can help the digestion of food and make it more efficient. Fixing the digestive disorder means that more nutrients will be absorbed by the digestive tract.

Red blood cells:

Dates contain high level of Iron. It is an instant energy lifter and decreases feelings of fatigue and lethargy.

Weight Gain:

Dates should be included as part of a healthy diet. They consist of sugar, proteins and many essential vitamins. So if you are thin or if you want to put on some serious muscles or if you had past full of medical treatment then you should eat dates.

What if you are already a healthy person? Wouldn’t it make you fat? Here is a little friendly tip, If dates are consumed with cucumber paste you can also keep your weight at a normal, balanced level.

Healthy Heart:

Dates are good at keeping one’s heart healthy. Studies have shown that consuming date lessens the possibility of heart stroke and other cardiac diseases. They also reduce cholesterol in your body.

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