8 Reasons Why You Should Eat Dates During Winter

Dates have a lot of health benefits, especially when consumed during the winter season.

Thursday, January 5, 2017, 9:50

It is a general belief among most of us that anything that is sweet is not that healthy. I am sure most of you agree with it. But there is one sweet dried fruit that is actually healthy. Yes, it is dates.

Also known as khajoor in certain parts of the country, the health benefits of dates are plenty and there are several reasons why you should eat dates, especially during the winter season. Dates contain all the essential nutrients - vitamins, minerals, calcium, iron, potassium, natural glucose and fibre that are required to keep the body warm.

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Dates are also one of the main fruits that are widely used by the Muslim community to break their fast during the Ramzan month. It helps in providing quick energy to the body that ir requires after the fasting.

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Not just this, dates are equally good for those who are on a weight-loss regime.

Here are a few reasons why you should eat dates during the winter season. Take a look:

1. Provides Warmth To The Body:

Dates are a good source of fibre, iron, calcium, vitamins and magnesium. It helps in keeping the body warm. Dates are highly recommended for winters.

2. Helps Treat Cold:

If you are suffering from cold then take 2-3 pieces of dates, a few pieces of pepper, 1-2 cardamoms and then boil them. Drink this before going to bed. It helps in treating cold effectively.

3. Helps Treat Asthma:

Asthma is one of the common problems that is triggered during winters. Taking 1-2 dates every morning and evening helps in reducing the asthma trigger.

4. Boosts Energy:

Dates consist of natural sugars that help in providing instant energy. Eating a few dates whenever you feel helps boost the energy level.

5. Helps Treat Constipation:

Dates are rich in fibre content. Take a few dates and soak them in a glass of water overnight. Crush the dates and drink the dates syrup early in the morning on an empty stomach. It helps in treating constipation.

6. Good For Heart:

Dates are rich in fibre and help in keeping the heart healthy. It helps in keeping the heart rate in control and thus prevents the risk of heart attack, especially during the cold weather conditions.

7. Good For Arthritis:

Dates are known for their anti-inflammatory properties. These help in easing arthritis pain which is very common during the winter. Just eat a handful of dates every day.