Ramadan special: 12 must know  facts about dates
Ramadan special: 12 must know facts about dates
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According to a teaching from the Quran, it was quoted by prophet Mohammad 
 “When one of you is fasting, he should break his fast with dates; but if he cannot get any, then (he should break his fast) with water, for water is purifying.“
The Muslims fast in the holy month of Ramadan from sunrise to Sunset. 
Every  Muslims around the world follow a religious tradition of serving dates at their Ramadan iftar table.
While only some focus on the breaking the fast exactly with it. 
The fruit is mentioned more than 20 times in the Quran.
Here are a few healthy things mentioned about the date.


1.dates are high in sugar, fibre, minerals, phytonutrients, and vitamin C. 
2. They also contain potassium, magnesium, iron, and small amounts of protein and fat. 
3. Dates are easily digested, making them a quick source of energy and nutrients.
4. Eating dates after a long day of fasting can help the body’s blood glucose levels quickly return to normal. 
5. When not fasting, consumption of dates before a meal will satisfy the sensation of hunger, which in turn helps to avoid overeating.
6. Apart from the religious purpose, dates were an important food among the Arabs and early Muslims.
 7. Dozens of varieties are grown to be sold.
8. More than 40 varieties of dates are grown in Arabia alone; the same can be said of Morocco's date production. 
9. Dates have been consumed for at least 7,000 years.
10. Date seeds can lie dormant for years or even decades when germinating conditions are unfavourable.
11. In addition to tasting good, dates can be beneficial in treating constipation, diarrhoea, and intestinal disorders, and they can help promote a healthy heart.
12. Dates aren't just for people; Arabs in the Sahara are known to use dates as a feed for camels, horses, and dogs.


Dates are potential food for people who travel all day long in the desert and warm areas. The dates are healthy and nutritious. Everyone should carry dates to munch on and gain energy whenever you go out.

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