by WAYS TO EAT THEMPerfect for eating fresh they are instant energy boosters Add to stews casseroles breakfast smoothiesBENEFITSThey can improve metabolism, regulate hormonesKHADRAWIWith thick goldenred flesh these are gooey, chewy in texture with a rich caramel flavour Khadrawi dates are slightly less sweet than MedjoolORIGINIraqWAYS TO EAT THEMNot too fibrous these are ideal for date purees caramel sauces cookie dough cake batterBENEFITSExcellent source of dietary fibre folic acid iron potassium protein, B vitaminsOMANIThese are small in size chewy sticky, sweet like caramel Dates with wrinkled skin signify dryness while smooth skin indicates freshnessORIGINOmanWAYS TO EAT THEMHave these on an empty stomach every morning right before your workout for a burst of energyBENEFITSRich in calcium manganese copper magnesium these help maintain bones Aid in improving the immune systemPIAROMThese dark oval dates are semidry, have a unique sweet taste with traits of toffee chocolate, caramel It is one of the most luxurious varieties of datesORIGINIran, the Middle EastWAYS TO EAT THEMStuff with nuts or peanut butter, your snack is readyBENEFITSRich in fibre, low in fructose these can be consumed by people with diabetesAJWASoft dry, mediumsized these have a glossy blackbrown pulp Ajwa dates have a chewy texture, a sweet flavour with hints of caramel honey, cinnamonORIGINSaudi ArabiaWAYS TO EAT THEMYou can consume two to three dates on a daily basis early in the morning or in between meals Ajwa dates can also be utilised as a sugar substituteBENEFITSImproves the functioning of the heart by aiding in removal of harmful levels of homocysteine in the bloodDAYRILarge, oblong with thick soft flesh Dayri dates are dark brown to black in colour, quite tenderORIGINIraqWAYS TO EAT THEMDayri dates taste delicious with salty bacon goat cheeseBENEFITSExcellent source of dietary fibre as well as potassium B vitaminsTIPTheir thin papery skin has a tendency to dry out Also they tend to spoil quickly due to their moisture content So keep dates tightly wrapped, refrigerated in an airtight containerTNN
Published in The Times of India (Online) (07.04.2023)