Dates are considered an ideal food which is easy to digest and tasty to eat. It is believed to be an energy booster that acts in the body within half an hour of consumption. It is recommended that women should have at least 20 to 35 grams of dietary fiber in the form of dates every day to maintain optimum health. Studies show that consuming just a single date a day helps to prevent the risk of night blindness for the whole life.

Some of the other health benefits of dates are:

• Constipation- Dates are believed to be excellent laxatives that allow easy passage of stool. It is because they are a rich source of fiber that adds bulk to the food and hence allow the stool to pass easily. To make the most of this laxative effect, soak the dates for a whole night in water and in the morning, consume this on an empty stomach.
• Intestinal disorders- Since it is a rich source of fiber, it is extremely beneficial in cases of intestinal disorders. Dates also support the growth of healthy bacteria and thus keep the intestines in a healthy condition.
• Weight gain- Some people who are not able to gain weight despite the fact that they eat well. Such people are recommended to go on a diet consisting of dates.
• Weight loss- If dates are consumed only along with a paste of cucumber, they provide the person with the daily requirement of calories. Thus, they help to lose weight. They are also rich in iron, vitamins and various other nutrients.
• Healthy heart- Dates are believed to be extremely beneficial for the heart, keeping it in a healthy condition and by fortifying it. Soak the dates overnight and make syrup of the mixture. Drink this early in the morning to make the most of this natural therapy.

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