Dates are a fruit that grows from the palms of the genus phoenix Arecaceae family. The scientific name is the date palm phoenix dactylifera. Dates are believed to have originated from the soil around the edge of the Nile and the Euphrates. Now palm tree widely cultivated in warm temperate regions on all continents, including Africa, Australia and America (California).
Fresh dates have fibrous flesh soft and very sweet taste, like sugar and honey syrup mixture. Meat dates contain simple sugars such as fructose and dextrose are easily digested and quickly recharge the body's energy. Because of these characteristics, it is suitable dates for the commencement of fasting.
Details of dates nutrient content (per 100 g)
| Elements of nutritional | value adequate | nutrition Percent |
| Energi | 277 Kkal | 14% |
| Karbohidrat | 74,97 g | 58% |
| Protein | 1,81g | 3% |
| Total Lemak | 0,15 g | <1% |
| Kolesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Serat makanan | 6,7 g | 18% |
| Asam Folat | 15 mcg | 4% |
| Niacin | 1,610 mg | 10% |
| Asam pantotenat | 0,805 mg | 16% |
| Piridoksin | 0,249 mg | 19% |
| Riboflavin | 0,060 mg | 4.50% |
| Thiamin | 0,050 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 149 IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2,7 mcg | 2% |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Potasium | 696 mg | 16% |
| Kalsium | 64 mg | 6.50% |
| Tembaga | 0,362 mg | 40% |
| Besi | 0,90 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 54 mg | 13% |
| Mangan | 0,296 mg | 13% |
| Fosfor | 62 mg | 9% |
| Seng | 0,44 mg | 4% |
| Beta karoten | 89 mcg | – |
| Lutein-zeaxanthin | 23 mcg | – |
Nutritional dates
Dates have a long list of nutrients beneficial to the body. The table alongside shows the nutrient content and non-nutritional elements that exist on the dates.
Maturity dates of sugar is about 80%, the rest consisting of protein, fat and mineral products including copper, iron, magnesium and folic acid. Dates are rich in fiber and an excellent source of potassium. Five grains of dates (about 45 grams) contains about 115 calories, virtually all of the carbohydrates.
Savor the fruit of date palm
1. The Bedouin Arabs, who eat dates regularly, showed a very low incidence rate of cancer and heart disease.
2. Dates rich in fiber which prevents the absorption of LDL cholesterol in the intestine. Palm fiber also helps protect the intestinal mucous membrane by reducing the exposure and the binding of chemicals that cause colon cancer.
3. As food laxative (laxative food), dates useful launched bowel movements and prevent constipation.
4. Dates contain antioxidants known as tannins. Tannins are known to be anti-infective, anti-inflammatory and anti-hemorrhagic.
5. Dates are a source of vitamin A, which is known to have antioxidant properties and is essential for eye health. Vitamin A is also necessary to maintain healthy skin. Consumption of natural fruits that are rich in vitamin A are known to help protect against lung cancer and oral cavity.
6. Dates are a source of iron is very good. Iron is a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells that determine the carrying capacity of blood oxygen.
7. Potassium in dates are an essential component of cells and body fluids that help control heart rate and blood pressure, thereby providing protection against coronary heart disease and stroke.
8. Calcium is an important mineral in bone and tooth formation, and is needed by the body for muscle contraction, blood clotting and nerve impulse conduction.
9. Manganese is used by the body as a supporting element for the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase.
10. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells.
11. Magnesium is essential for bone growth.
12. Dates are rich in vitamin K and vitamin B-complex, namely pyridoxine (vitamin B-6), niacin, pantothenic acid and riboflavin. This vitamin helps the body in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Vitamin K is essential in blood clotting and bone metabolism.
Then, right at the recommendation of the Prophet Muhammad to start breaking the fast with a three-point dates!
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