Khajoor supremacy: Set a 'date' with this superfood this winter season!

There are a variety of winter foods that are not only tasty but healthy as well. One such food is Dates or Khajoor. A storehouse of essential vitamins, minerals, fibre and calcium, dates can be easily incorporated into meals, snacks, drinks and treats.

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According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), U.S., dates should be consumed extensively during winters to keep the body warm and protect it from all sorts of infections. Here are some of the benefits this nutritious fruit can offer. Take a look!

Improves digestion

As the metabolism of the body slows down in winter, this fruit, rich in both soluble and insoluble fibres helps to keep digestive problems at bay. Dates also increase the secretion of digestive juices that make the absorption of food easy.

Boosts hemoglobin

Iron deficiency is quite common these days and can lead to multiple health problems such as lack of energy, hormonal issues, low immunity and pale skin. Iron-rich dates can prevent you from these health problems by boosting your hemoglobin levels and increasing red blood cell production.

Improves bone health

Less exposure to sunlight during winters can deteriorate bone health. This can be prevented by including calcium-rich dates in your diet. It also contains minerals that play an important role in preventing bone-related issues like osteoporosis and arthritis.

Heart healthy

Eating dates reduces bad cholesterol levels that lower the risk of heart attacks and high blood pressure. It also increases stamina so that you do not feel lethargic and sluggish during cold winter days.

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