7 Surprising Benefits Of Dates, The Natural Sweetener With Health Benefits, Balancing Doshas & Boosting Health
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Today we will see amusing benefits of consuming 'Khajur' or Dates for generation dates have graced our recipes with their
natural sweetness and their unique character, infusing dishes with the touch elegance and
wholesome flavour. Beyond their exquisite
flavour.
Dates have long been celebrated for their profound positive impact on both body and the mind. Today, I also will share an easy to make Dates and nut recipe with you.
But first, let's see why Dates are good for you. First balances "Vata" Dosha. Ayurvedic Wisdom tells us that Dates possess qualities
that can balance your Doshas and enhance your overall health. Dates balance "Vata"
Dosha in particular which is associated with qualities like dryness and instability.
If you have a "Vata" Dosha Dates will help in nourishing your body and promoting calmness in your mind. Second, it boosts
energy or Ojas. Dates are considered as an Ojas building food in Ayurveda which means that they strengthen vitality and immunity.
If you eat dates regularly, you will have a natural sustained energy boost.
Third, it supports digestion. Dates contain dietary fiber, aiding digestion and preventing constipation.
They also stimulate a secretion of digestion enzymes which helps in efficient nutrient absorption in your body.
Fourth, Dates are rich in nutrients. Dates are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They are also a good source of potassium, magnesium, Vitamin B6 and iron.
So if you have any of these deficiencies you can overcome them with the wholesomeness of dates. Fifth, Dates are good for Heart. The
potassium in dates supports your heart health by regulating blood pressure and reducing the risk of stroke. Their fiber content also contributes to maintaining healthy cholesterol level.
Six, It really helps in strengthening bone. This also contains minerals like calcium, magnesium and phosphorus that are
essential for keeping your bones strong and health. Seven, Dates are natural Sweeteners.
If you are looking for a healthier alternative for refined sugar, Dates can be your best choice since they are naturally sweet.
They can be used in various recipes as Natural sweetener. And now for all these wonderful
benefits, let us see this recipe that combines the goodness of dates and nuts into energy bites.
You will need one cup dates, one cup chopped mixed nuts, almond, walnuts, cashew according to your choice,
A pinch of salt if you wish. You may use even one tablespoon of chia seeds or shredded coconut for coating.
Start by removing the seeds of dates and placing dates in a bowl of warm water for 10 minutes.
This will soften them and it would make them easier to blend in a mixer, combine soaked dates, mixed nuts and a pinch of salt.
Blend the mixture until it forms a sticky well-combined dough. Roll the mixture into small
bite sized ball. Then, if you wish, you can roll the energy bite in chia seeds or shredded coconut.
Your delicious date and nut energy bite are ready to be enjoyed as a quick snack. As you have seen today, the benefits of dates
range from ayurvedic Dosha balancing to natural Sweetening. Remember, Dates also have more calories due to their natural
sweetening power, so it's better to eat them in moderation. It is best to have one or two Dates into your diet daily.
In this way, you can really sweeten your life with the gift from mother nature. So let's welcome good health. One or two dates at a time.
