Ramadan Variety Gift Pack Ajwa / Amber / Kalmi 1.4Kg

Ramadan Variety Gift Pack Ajwa / Amber / Kalmi 1.4Kg

A selection of our high quality dates combined to make a special Ramadan 2022 variety Gift Pack

This tradition of opening a fast is rooted in religious teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), who is quoted as saying: “When one of you is fasting, he/she should break his fast with dates; but if he cannot get any, then (he/she should break his fast) with water, for water is purifying.

What’s included in the box

• Ajwa  – Our ajwa dates are dark brown in colour, almost black, and hails from the Al-Madinah al-Munawarah region in Saudi Arabia’s west, and are known for their softness, freshness, and high price on the Kingdom’s date market.
• Amber – Amber is a soft and fleshy dry variety of date fruit from Saudi Arabia. It is cultivated in Madinah and is well renowned for its size as it is the largest of the Madinah dates.
• Kalmi –  Our special variety of Kalmi dates grown in in the Al-Madina region of Saudi Arabia. Kalmi dates are also called as Safawi in Saudi Arabia. Kalmi dates are known for their flavour and texture. Firm and filling, these dark coloured dates are a delight to eat. Dates can be chopped and used in sweet dishes, however, Kalmi is far better eaten as is because of its incredible taste and texture.

Benifits of eating dates;

1. Improves Digestive Health, Relieves Constipation – fibre found in dates help to clean out the gastrointestinal system, allowing the colon to work at greater levels of efficiency. reduces risks of bowel inflammation (colitis), colon cancer, and haemorrhoids.
2. Boosts Heart Health – In addition to promoting colon health, fibre is also known to boost heart health.

3. Anti-Inflammatory – Dates are rich in magnesium – a mineral known for its anti-inflammatory benefits. Dates, in particular, have some of the highest anti-inflammatory properties, similar to commercial drugs like aspiring or ibuprofen.

4. Reduced Blood Pressure – Magnesium has been shown to help lower blood pressure – and again, dates are full of this mineral.

5. Reduced Stroke Risk – Researchers found stroke risk was reduced by 9% for every 100 milligrams of magnesium a person consumes per day.

6. A Healthy Pregnancy and Delivery – A study has shown that consuming dates in late pregnancy helps with labour progression and less need for artificially inducing labour and/or caesarean section.

7. Boosting Brain Health – Some studies, such as one found in JAMA Internal Medicine, found that sufficient vitamin B6 levels are associated with improved brain performance and better test scores.

8. Bone Health and Strength – The significant amounts of minerals found in dates make it a super food for strengthening bones and fighting off painful and debilitating diseases like osteoporosis.

9. Intestinal Disorders – The natural nicotine content in dates is thought to be beneficial for curing many kinds of intestinal disorders.

10. Anaemia – dates have a dark colour when dried, owing to their high mineral content. However, their impressive levels of iron make them a perfect dietary supplement for people suffering from anaemia.

11. Energy Booster – dates are high in natural sugars like glucose, fructose, and sucrose. Therefore, they are the perfect snack for an immediate burst of energy. However, the sugars found in dates are even more beneficial, especially for those with type 2 diabetes.

12. Maintaining healthy weight – Dates should be included as a part of a healthy diet. They consist of sugar, proteins and many essential vitamins.

1. 13. Nervous System Health – The vitamins present in dates make it an ideal boost to nervous system health and functionality. Potassium is one of the prime ingredients in promoting a healthy and responsive nervous system, and it also improves the speed and alertness of brain activity.