Dates, also known as “desert bread,” are the health-preserving fruit the Dubai royal family loves that come from date palms. Although very sweet, they can be eaten in moderation—even by diabetics. On the program “Health 1+1,” Shu Rong, a veteran British traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) physician, said that dates are as delicious as they are medicinal. They can protect the heart, regulate blood sugar, and improve constipation. She also shared how the royal family of Dubai uses dates to maintain health.
Dates are a Persian fruit rich in vitamins, minerals, and natural sugars. Since their rich fructose does not circulate in the blood but is mainly metabolized relatively slowly in the liver, it can help control blood sugar to a certain extent and thus can significantly reduce hunger. Therefore, for those who practice Islam, dates become an indispensable food during Ramadan, an annual month-long fasting period.
