Dates are the fruits of palm trees. Being very sweet, dates could be eaten 
as fresh or dried fruits. Every 100 grams of the fruits provides 75 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of protein, and 8 grams of fiber.
Average calories: 308 per 100 grams.
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Dates: 100 grams |
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Carbohydrate |
75 |
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Fiber |
8 |
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Protein |
2 |
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Fat |
0 |
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Calories |
308 |
Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins B9, B6, B5, B3, B2, B1 and vitamin A. Dates are very poor in vitamin C.
Minerals found in higher amounts: potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, and iron.
Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: lutein and zeaxanthin are found in dates. They are naturally occurring carotenoids that promote healthy vision and eyes. Carotenoids are powerful antioxidants and fight free radicals. Lutein and zeaxanthin are found with higher amounts in kale, turnip greens, spinach, Swiss chard, collard, and watercress.
