(PLO)- Fresh dates are low in calories, suitable for people to lose weight and contain many healthy nutrients.
For about 3 weeks now, fresh dates have appeared on many stalls at traditional markets in Thu Duc and Go Vap areas with prices ranging from 180,000 to 290,000 VND/kg, depending on the point of sale.
According to a seller at Go Vap market: For a long time, the market has often sold dried dates, but few fresh dates are sold, so when fresh dates appear, they should attract attention from users. This person also said, fresh dates have a mild acrid taste, but the aftertaste is sweet, and the nutritional content is not inferior to dried dates.
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Dates are for sale not only in traditional markets but also on social media platforms. PHOTO: HA QUYEN |
In fact, according to experts in the newspaper Boldsky, Dates are very rich in antioxidants that protect health and fight infectious diseases. This fruit also has a natural sweetness, so the sweetness of this fruit is good for both obese and cardiovascular people. In the British Journal of Nutrition in 2015, it was found that three dates provided about 18% of fiber, supporting good digestive function.
However, many consumers now wonder between dried and fresh dates, which is better. To answer this question, the Boldsky analyzed and compared the nutritional and calorie content of fresh and dried dates.
In terms of calories: Experts analyze, in 100g of dried dates contain about 280 calories, while fresh dates contain 145 calories.
In terms of nutritional content: fresh and dried dates have similar high levels of nutrients, both possessing iron, vitamin A, potassium and magnesium content…
In terms of energy: Fresh or dried dates are high in carbohydrates, including sucrose, fructose and glucose, which provide a quick energy boost when consumed. That’s why athletes, bodybuilders and swimmers can use dates for an energy boost.
In terms of fiber content: Dried dates have a higher fiber content than dried dates. The fiber in dates helps relieve constipation and soothes the stomach.
“Through the above parameters, it can be seen that fresh or dried dates have similar nutritional values. And depending on the needs of use, dates bring different values, specifically: if you are trying to lose weight, eat fresh dates because their fat content is negligible, and the carbohydrates, vitamins and protein… in fresh dates will keep you fuller for longer.
On the contrary, if you are gaining weight, it is best to eat dried dates because they are higher in calories than fresh dates. Boldsky conclude.
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