Dates and the Glycemic Index: Is Date Syrup Low Glycemic?

Carbohydrates, which include sugars and fiber, play a crucial role in our health.   Carbohydrates are the body's primary and preferred source of energy. But, when we consume more than we need, over time, it can lead to metabolic disorders such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and more.   One thing that's crucial to understand is that not all carbohydrate sources are the same. Some contain more sugars than others and should be consumed in greater moderation.   The scale that is used to measure how quickly food raises blood sugar levels after it's eaten is called the...

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(Your New Favorite) Date Ball Recipes

Whether you're looking for a quick snack, a naturally sweet treat, or an energy boost, these date ball recipes have you covered. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, these little bites of goodness are super easy to make, customizable to your taste, and make a perfect snack. Give them a try and let us know what you think!   10 Minute Truffles These delicious truffles take 10 minutes or less to create and can be made with any of your favorite toppings. We highly recommend pouring melted chocolate on your truffles and popping them in the freezer for about 15 minutes for a nice...

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Supporting Growth and Play: The Essential Nutrients in Dates for Active Kids

Article written by: Katie Pierce Kids love to play, run, jump, and explore the big world around them. Their energy, which knows no bounds, allows them to partake in various activities – whether that be engaging in outdoor games like duck, duck, goose, or having indoor fun by playing board games with friends. To sustain this lifestyle, kids need to eat food rich in essential nutrients. One delicious and nutritious food that fits the bill is dates. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and natural sugars, dates are an excellent addition to most any diets. The Essential Nutrients in Dates Often referred...

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Boost Your Gut Health: Discover the Benefits of Dates for Digestive Health

In today’s modern world, and especially for those consuming a Western diet, it’s not uncommon to experience digestive disturbances such as food sensitivities, indigestion, constipation, acid reflux, or some iteration of irritable bowel syndrome. While our ancestors consumed exclusively whole foods from plants and animals, we’ve come to rely more and more on pre-packaged and processed foods while consuming less of the foods that promote healthy bodily functions, like digestion.  Digestion plays a pivotal role in metabolizing and absorbing the nutrients from the foods we eat. When it’s not working at peak levels, our bodies may not be reaping all...

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Supercharge Your Training: How Dates Can Benefit Athletes

 If you’re an athlete, you know that proper nutrition and energy balance are key factors for performing at your best and achieving your desired results. Nutrients like carbohydrates, protein, potassium, sodium and magnesium can help not only performance but also the recovery process. Cue in the date fruit—a wonderfully delicious but also nutritious snack that can support overall health and provide the essential nutrients needed to achieve your athletic performance goals. In this article, we’ll explore the nutritional profile of dates, their benefits for athletes, and our best tips for consuming dates to optimize performance and recovery. Nutritional Profile of...

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What is Date Sugar and How Does it Compare to Other Sweeteners?

Date sugar might be new to you, but it’s definitely worth learning about! We make our date sugar from whole crushed dates so it still has the fiber and the nutritional benefits of eating dates themselves. That’s what sets it apart from so many other alternative sweeteners! Date sugar adds a mild sweetness to baked goods while offering a boost of fiber and minerals you don’t find in most sweeteners. Made from whole crushed dates, it retains the fiber, which keeps it from dissolving well in hot or cold liquids. For this reason, we recommend our date syrup for liquid...

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