Date syrup is an add on sweetener to any of our products, below you will find fascinating information and a myriad of benefits about this ingredient.

Dates are a staple fruit in the Middle East and are highly nutritious. Medjool dates are the most beneficial, as they are full of antioxidants, Vitamins C and D, fibre and other important minerals. Medjool dates maintain a healthy heart, digestive system, bone health, blood sugar levels, and are a great anti-inflammatory amongst multiple other benefits. 

Dates come from the phoenix dactylifera plant, which belongs to the palm family and grows mostly in Northern Africa, South Asia and the Middle East. Dates have been a staple food in the Middle East for thousands of years and in fact, the ancient Egyptians used to make wine from them. Well-known date varieties include the Medjool, which is thought to be a hybrid of Middle Eastern and Cretan date palms. Due to their extremely high nutritional content, dates are often the first fruits to be eaten after a fasting period, such as during Ramadan. 

Medjool dates are also now largely grown in warmer parts of the United States as well as traditional date growing countries. They are larger and darker than other common date varieties such as Deglet Noor. Medjool dates also have a more caramel-like taste and therefore are widely considered to be the tastiest! They are extremely high in natural sugars, fibre and plenty of essential nutrients, making them one of the healthiest dried fruits available. 

Medjool dates are an excellent source of antioxidants, which directly benefit your heart health and work to prevent cancers. They are rich in carotenoids, antioxidants which are linked to good cardiac health and the prevention of macular degeneration in the eyes. Another antioxidant that dates are a good source of are flavonoids. Flavonoids are powerful anti-inflammatories, which have been known to aid conditions such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Dates also contain a good amount of phenolic acid, another anti-inflammatory that has shown itself to be very effective against heart disease and certain cancers. 

There is evidence that dates are anti-mutagenic, which means that they actively fight against cell mutation, which is what causes cancer to develop. In addition, the fibre in dates is fantastic for lowering cholesterol and improving artery health. 

The fibre content in dates is highly beneficial to a healthy digestive system and treating bowel conditions such as constipation. Studies have shown that consuming dates regularly can have a hugely positive effect on the regularity and health of bowel movements.  

Medjool dates also contain a good amount of calcium, potassium, manganese and copper, which are all important to maintaining good bone health and treating conditions such as osteoporosis. They are also excellent at boosting insulin production and slow down the intestine’s absorption of sugar, thereby lowering blood sugar levels. This makes dates an excellent choice of fruit for people with diabetes, who need to keep an eye on their sugar intake. 

Medjool dates are also extremely rich in Vitamins C and D, which flood your skin with nourishment and maintain its elasticity. Their high copper content promotes iron absorption and collagen production, leaving skin looking young and healthy. Their anti-inflammatory powers are also very effective when treating conditions such as acne and rosacea. 

Interesting research shows that unique compounds in dates can mimic oxytocin and trigger healthy contractions during labour. Dates also contain tannins, which have shown to be very effective at bringing about healthy and easier labour. Therefore, consuming dates is often advised in the later stages of pregnancy. 

Various amino acids and micro-elements such as estrone and sterol present in dates have been linked to a boost in male fertility and libido. Dates have been used to treat male fertility problems for centuries and the effects are known around the world.