This is why claims such as “three dates a day will protect your heart” should be treated cautiously.
A more accurate conclusion is that dates can be part of a nutritious dietary pattern that includes a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes,
nuts, seeds, and adequate protein.
The biggest benefit may come not from one particular food, but from consistently choosing minimally processed foods across the entire diet.
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Chapter 4 — What About Bloodsugar in whole fruit. Whole fruits generally provide fiber, water, vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds that are absent from many highly processed sugary foods.
Still, “natural” does not mean unlimited.
A common mistake is assuming that because dates are nutritious, eating large quantities cannot contribute to excess calorie intake. It absolutely can.
