Dried dates are one of the foods with the highest glycemic index (120), and they are also very caloric. Be careful because dates are a valuable source of important minerals and vitamins.
What do two dates a day do?
They improve digestion. With just one serving of these fruits, you can get about 12 grams of fiber, or 48% of the recommended daily dose. Fiber helps digestion and solves many problems in the proper functioning of the intestine. These fruits help the intestines stay free of harmful bacteria. In this way the risk of tumor degeneration is lowered. According to some studies, those who consume dates have better colon health. These fruits increase the good bacteria.
What foods raise blood sugar?
Beware of high-calorie foods. Especially packaged ones, fast-food, confectionery and other “junk foods”. Problems with blood sugar can occur with excessive portions of carbohydrate-heavy foods. In particular pizza, bread, pasta and potatoes. Problems with blood sugar even with high glycemic index foods such as refined and boiled cereals, crusty bread, very sweet fruit juice, sweet snacks. The advice is to lower the glycemic load of meals. Some problems are solved by increasing the number of meals and reducing calories. Other problems are solved by reducing the portions of foods rich in carbohydrates.
How fat do dates make?
Given the high energy power, it is not recommended to eat dates for those who follow a low-calorie diet. It can be recommended during energy diets, especially in case of physical debilitation and fatigue. Dried dates provide around 253 calories per 100 grams. They provide 50-70% of sugars (carbohydrates), 20-30% of water, 2.7% of proteins and 0.60% of fats. They contain very little protein and are therefore suitable for low-protein diets. The pulp of the fruit is a source of magnesium. They also bring iron, potassium, copper, zinc, calcium, manganese and phosphorus. They also contain all the essential amino acids.
What happens to those who eat too many dates?
Consuming too many dates could lead to some problems with a rise in blood sugar and weight gain. It could lead to stomach cramps, gas and diarrhea. Dates could trigger allergy symptoms and cause tooth decay. Here are the summaries of the most serious problems that can cause:
- Increased blood sugar
- Weight gain
- Stomach cramps
- Gas and diarrhea
- Allergy
- Caries
- Aerophagia