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15 Surprising Health Benefits of Dates

linked to a lowered risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and better cognitive performances in older individuals.

Reduced inflammation and plaque prevention formation in the brain is yet another benefit of consuming dates.

5. Improves digestive health

Dates are high in natural fiber, which helps regularize bowel movements and improve your overall digestive health. When you have healthy digestion, it leads to better nutrient absorption, better liver and kidney health and keeps you mentally relaxed. Suffering from constipation? Dates can also help with that.

6. Helps to detoxify the body

Dates and date extracts help to support liver health and prevent liver fibrosis. This allows your body to detoxify in a natural way because your liver works to keep waste and harmful substances out of your body.

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7. Controls diabetes

Research suggests that dates are helpful to reduce blood sugar and fat levels. Dates can also lower your risk of diabetes by increasing the production of insulin and reducing the rate of absorption of glucose from the intestine.

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8. Satisfy your sweet tooth

Dates contain natural sugar, which is great for reducing your cravings for unhealthy sweet products and sugar. They are also a great substitute for white sugar due to their sweetness.

9. Improves skin

Dates are an excellent source of vitamins C and D. Both can help you maintain your skin elasticity and keep your skin smooth. Due to their anti-aging properties, dates also prevent the accumulation of melanin.

10. Aids Weight Loss

Because dates are high in fiber, which makes you feel full longer, they are great for weight loss. Try consuming dates on an empty stomach before your workout for an extra burst of energy.

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11. Solves Insomnia

If you have been suffering from insomnia, dates may be the solution. Make a drink with dates, fox nuts and milk all blended and

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