What are the Health Benefits of Dates?

A bowl of fresh, glossy dates placed on a gray napkin on a textured gray surface. Next to the bowl is a small cup of tea in an ornate bronze saucer, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint.

Dates, the fruits of the date palm tree (Phoenix dactylifera), are primarily cultivated in arid regions such as the Middle East and North Africa. These oval-shaped fruits have a sweet, rich flavor and a slightly chewy texture. Dates are an integral part of Middle Eastern cuisine and culture, often consumed fresh or dried. For example, … Read more