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The date is the edible fruit of the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera). It is a fleshy, oblong fruit, 4 to 6 cm long, containing an elongated core, marked with a longitudinal furrow. Most often sold in the form of a dry date, it is a very energetic fruit.

The term "date" derives from the Greek dactulos, finger, in reference to the shape of this fruit.

Botanically, the date is a berry, because its pericarp is fully fleshy. The date kernel, wrapped in the membranous endocarp, is in fact a very hard seed, with horny albumen. Considered as one of the oldest cultivated plants, the date palm is present mainly in Mediterranean Africa, in the Middle East and in Asia. The date is the staple food of many populations. In addition, this fruit has a religious character for Muslims during the Ramadan period. Quantified data on world date production, on the price of dates as well as on exporting and importing countries complete this document (source: cirad)
 In addition to the fruit, which is harvested at 3 different stages of its growth (fresh, semi-dry and dry), we consume date "honey" (the juice of the pressed fruit), date sugar and sap sugar as well as the terminal bud of the palm tree and the heart of the tree. We also make an alcohol with sap and a coffee substitute with roasted and ground kernels.

Health
It is rich in vitamin C. The dry date is more strongly dehydrated, it contains about 20% of water, against 70% for the fresh date. Its energy value is 287 kcal per 100 g. It is very rich in sugars (glucose fructose and sucrose). It also contains vitamins (B2, B3, B5 and B6) and a small amount of vitamin C, mineral salts (potassium and calcium), as well as fibers.

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All evidence points to the fact that to improve health, you must avoid sugary foods. Studies show that eating refined sugar causes energy depletion, also known as the dreaded “sugar crash” when empty calories use our body’s vitamins and minerals to turn it into fuel. Think of it like a credit card for your body. Instead of using your resources for building health, refined sugar uses your resources and creates a deficit!

The good news is that nature provides us with incredible nutrition in very sweet packages. One of my favourites is dates as they are an easy portable snack that pairs fabulously with nuts. Dates provide the nutrients you need, while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Here are five reasons to eat more dates:

1. Dates are a source of antioxidants , 2. Dates can be good for blood sugar balance,3. Dates can help reduce blood pressure,4. Dates contain a brain booster,5. Dates help maintain bone mass