what will happen to your body if you eat two dates a day for a whole month you see dates have been a staple in many ancient cultures for centuries and for good reason numerous Studies have also showcased the amazing benefits of these sweet chewy fruits on our health and well-being but what would really happen to your body if you committed to eating just two dates every single day for an entire month how would your body respond would the result be as incredible as everyone claims also considering their high sugar and carb contents are they really
safe to be consumed for a long time especially for people with diabetes we'll answer all those questions and more in this video you might have even heard about what sounds like an old wi's tale which is eating dates can actually ease natural labor is that really true well we'll look at what scientific studies and researchers have to say about this later in the video but first join us as we reveal the seven amazing health benefits you can expect to experience when you make eating dates a daily habit number seven your digestion will improve you see
when it comes to Digestive Health dates are one of the best natural solutions to combat digestive issues like bloating constipation and improve your overall Digestive Health these sweet small and fleshy fruits are packed with both soluble and insoluble fiber which work together to keep your digestive system running smoothly the soluble fiber dissolves in water forming a gel-like substance that helps to soften your stool and make it easier to pass on the other hand insoluble fiber doesn't dissolve in water but helps to add bulk to your stool thereby promoting regular bowel movement but the digestive benefits
of dates don't even stop there these little powerhouses contain a special type of fiber called pectin pectin is a Prebiotic meaning it feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut these beneficial bacteria play a crucial role in breaking down food absorbing nutrients and keeping harmful bacteria in check so by eating just two dates a day for a month you're not only promoting regular owl movements but also supporting the health of your entire digestive system it's like giving your gut a nourishing superfood boost one study published by the Cambridge University press in the British Journal of nutrition
showed that consumption of dates significantly improved the frequency of bowel movements number six you'll have more energy throughout the day picture this it's midafternoon and you're struggling to keep your eyes open your energy levels are at an all-time low and you're tempted to reach for another cup of coffee or a sugary snack just to make it through the rest of the day sound familiar yep we've all been there however what if we told you that something as simple as adding a couple of dates to your daily diet can help you unlock a sustained energy throughout
the day you see these small sweet fruits are packed with a powerful combination of natural sugars fiber and essential nutrients that work together to keep you feeling energized and focused without the dreaded crash that comes with artificial energy sources First Dates contain a perfect balance of glucose and fructose two types of sugars that are easily absorbed by the body and quickly converted into energy but unlike processed sugars that cause rapid spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels the sugars and dates are released slowly and steadily thanks to their high fiber content so beyond the digestive
benefit fiber in dates also helps to regulate the absorption of these sugars into your bloodstream this means that the energy you get from dates is sustained and longlasting rather than a quick burst followed by a crash that can even make you prone to or worsen diabetes and that's not even all these little powerhouses are also packed with essential vitamins and minerals like pottassium and B vitamins which play a crucial role in energy production at the cellular level by providing your body with these key nutrients you can stay more energized and productive throughout the day since
constipation and other digestive issues are also associated with negatively affecting energy level dates can also help prevent this by improving your digestive health as discussed earlier and you know the best part dates are so versatile and there are many ways to incorporate them into your diet you can snack on them straight out of the box chop them up and add them to your morning oatmeal or even blend them into a smoothie for a natural sweetener number five your heart and cardiovascular health will improve when it comes to taking care of your heart you might not
think of dates as the first thing to reach for but as it turns out these little fruits pack a big punch when it comes to cardiovascular health dates are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that work together to protect your heart and keep it functioning at its best one of the key antioxidants found in dates is flavonoids which have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease by improving blood flow and reducing inflammation in the arteries another class of antioxidants found in dates are the polyphenols these compounds have been shown to increase the levels
of high density lipoproteins also known as good cholesterol and also reduce low density lipoproteins also known as bad cholesterol as well as total cholesterol levels thereby reducing the risk of heart disease especially in individuals that are pre-diabetic or have type two to diabetes but that's not all dates are also an excellent source of potassium a mineral that plays a crucial role in regulating blood pressure potassium helps to counteract the negative effects of excess sodium in the body which can cause high blood pressure and put extra strain on the heart unfortunately the US Department of Health
and Human Services considers potassium a nutrient of Public Health concern because it's a mineral that most Americans do not consume enough of while it may not have as much pottassium as you will find in avocado two dates a day can supply you with enough potassium to reap the cardiovascular and heart health benefits fun fact dates actually have almost twice the amount of pottassium in bananas of the same weight while 100 G of bananas has about 358 mg of potassium the same weight of dates contains 656 mg of potassium but you see the cardiovascular benefits of
dates don't stop there dates are also rich in magnesium a mineral that helps to relax and dilate blood vessels improving blood flow and reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke magnesium also plays a key role in regulating heart rhythm which is essential for maintaining a healthy heartbeat number four you will get a beautiful skin glow if you're looking for a natural way to achieve a radiant healthy looking skin dates are packed with nutrients that can nourish your skin from the inside out giving you a gorgeous glow that will have everyone asking for your skin
care Secrets first of all dates are a good source of flavonoids and phenolic acids which are antioxidants that help protect your skin cells from oxidative stress and inflammation both both of which can contribute to premature aging and skin damage over time when not kept in check dates are also a good source of vitamin B6 another nutrient that plays a crucial role in skin Health vitamin B6 helps to regulate inflammation in the body which can contribute to a variety of skin issues like acne redness and sensitivity by getting enough vitamin B6 in your diet you can
help calm inflammation and promote more balanced healthy looking skin in addition dates are a good source of dietary fiber while fiber may not directly impact skin Health it does play a role in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome that said many Studies have shown that a healthy gut microbiome May support skin Health by regulating inflammation and improving nutrient absorption through something called the skin gut axis one of such studies titled gut health and its impact on the skin published in the journal Dermatology Times shows that a healthy balance of gut microbiota is required for optimal skin
Health number three your brain function will improve you see these sweet chewy fruits are packed with nutrients that have been shown to improve cognitive function and protect against age related brain line one of the key brain boosting nutrients found in dates is vitamin B6 also known as PID doxine this essential vitamin plays a crucial role in the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine which are responsible for regulating mood well-being motivation and cognitive function by simply taking two dates a day you will be supplying your body with 15% of your daily recommended intake of vitamin
B6 making them a simple and delicious way to support your brain health in addition to vitamin B6 dates are also rich in choline a nutrient that has been linked to better memory and learning ability you see choline is essential for the production of acety choline another neurotransmitter that plays a key role in memory and cognitive function but perhaps one of the most exciting brain boosting benefits of dates comes from their High antioxidant content like I said earlier dates are loaded with flavonoids and other antioxidants these antioxidants help to protect the brain from oxidative stress and
inflammation two key factors that contribute to age related cognitive decline so if you're looking for a simple delicious way to give your brain power a boost and also decrease age related brain decline line consider making eating two dates a day a habit number two your bone will stay strong and healthy when it comes to maintaining strong healthy bones dates can be a delicious addition to your diet while they may not be the richest source of calcium like chia seeds oranges apricots or figs they however contain a good amount of magnesium and phosphorus two minerals that
work together with calcium to support strong bones magnesium is essential for bone development and mineralization while phosphorus works together with calcium to build strong healthy bones so while dates may not be a miracle cure for weak bones they can certainly be a tasty and nutritious addition to a well-rounded bone healthy diet number one your blood sugar levels will improve you see despite their natural sweetness these chewy fruits have a surprisingly low glycemic index this means that they won't cause rapid spikes in blood sugar like many other sugary snacks which also makes them safe for people
with diabetes one of the reasons dates are so effective at regulating blood sugar is their high fiber content fiber slows down the absorption of sugar in the bloodstream which helps prevent sudden spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels this is especially important for people with diabetes IES who need to carefully manage their blood sugar to avoid complications in addition to their fiber content dates are also a good source of antioxidants these powerful compounds help to neutralize harmful free radicals in the body which can contribute to oxidative stress and inflammation two factors that can worsen insulin
resistance and blood sugar control of course it's important to remember that dates are still a source of natural sugar so they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet now is it true that eating dates a few weeks to labor can help ease natural labor well a small study was conducted on 69 women who consume six date fruits per day for four weeks prior to their estimated date of delivery compared with 45 women who consumed none at the end of the study researchers found that the women who consistently ate dates had a
shorter first stage of Labor significantly higher means cervical dilation and reduced need for labor induction a more recent study of 154 women compared 77 who at dates late in their pregnancy and 77 who didn't researchers found that the date eaters had significantly less need for medical intervention to induce or expedite labor compared to those who didn't eat any dates based on these findings researchers believe that eating dates could ease labor and reduce the need for labor induction Beyond labor dates can also help you boost your intake of some important nutrients during pregnancy as long as
there are no other conditions where consumption of dates is not advisable according to Lauren maniker a fertility focused dietitian and author of the firsttime mom's pregnancy cookbook dates are packed with nutrients that support a healthy pregnancy like magnesium iron and calcium so what about you do you like dates how often do you eat them and what benefits have you noticed from consuming dates share with us in the comments section below and if you've not been taking them what are you waiting for if you enjoyed the video don't forget to like the video subscribe to the
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