Dates are an excellent source of potassium, a nutrient vital for regulating the balance of water and acid in the blood. Potassium also helps to transmit nerve impulses in the body, causing muscles to contract. Niacin, found in dates, is key in maintaining the health of all our cells because it assists with releasing energy from food. Dates can be purchased either fresh or dried. Fresh dates can be stored in the refrigerator for two days, dried dates can be kept in an airtight container and should be used with in six months.
680 Kilojoules (165 Cal), Protein 4 g, Fat 5 g, Carbohydrate 28 g, Sodium 80 mg, Calcium 90 mg, Iron 1.1 mg, Fibre 3 g, Estimated Isoflavones 15 mg.
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