Proven Health Benefits of Dates Dates have an excellent nutrition profile. Since they’re dried, their calorie content is higher than most fresh fruit. The calorie content of dates is similar to that of other dried fruits, such as raisins and figs Most of the calories in dates come from carbs. The rest are from a […]
Information about dried fruit is very conflicting. Some say it is a nutritious, healthy snack, while others claim it is no better than candy. This is a detailed article about dried fruit and how it can affect your health. What is Dried Fruit? Dried fruit is fruit that has had almost all of the water content removed […]
I’ve been on a mission to sweeten more of my dessert recipes with dates lately. If you ask me, dates are the BEST natural sweetener because they are loaded with fiber and essential minerals, like calcium and iron. Are dates good for diabetics? I know some people are scared of the “sugar” in dates, but […]