Soak this overnight before going to bed every night and eat it in the morning on an empty stomach, it will strengthen bones and remove weakness.
In today’s times, people fall sick frequently so living a healthy life has become a necessity. Eating fresh green vegetables and fruits, exercising, sleeping on time and waking up early are some of the lifestyle changes that help you lead a healthy and stress-free life. One such fruit that offers many benefits is dates.
Many people consume it on an empty stomach. You can soak it in water overnight and eat it next morning or eat it directly, it all depends on you but it should be eaten daily. Because it can have many benefits for your health.
Today we will tell you about the benefits of eating soaked dates daily. This information Ayurvedic expert Dr. Diksha Bhavsar has shared on her Instagram. You must consume it to stay healthy. But keep in mind some things said by the expert.
Experts say that most people think that dates are hot when they are not. Date palms are very cool and calm in nature. Ayurveda has more information about the properties of dates. It is sweet in taste. It is heavy to digest. Reduces increased vata and pitta and gives strength.
Benefits of eating dates: Dates are delicious to eat and also provide many benefits. As it prevents constipation. Improves heart health. Helps regulate healthy cholesterol. Improves bone health. Regulates blood pressure.
Increases sexual potency in both men and women. Promotes brain health. Removes weakness. Best for anemia. Weight gain. Protects from piles. Supports healthy pregnancy. Best for your skin and hair.
Best time to eat : Morning on empty stomach. As lunch. With ghee whenever you feel like eating anything salty and at bedtime (for weight gain).
How much to eat? You can start with 2, that’s enough for everyone. After this, soak and eat 4 times a day. If you want to increase your weight then you can consume 4 dates daily. But you can eat 4 only when your digestion is good.
Why should you soak it? Soaking dates releases the tannin/phytic acid in them, making it easier for us to absorb the nutrients from them. Soaking also makes it easier to digest.
So if you want to enjoy the taste and nutritional benefits of dates, soak them overnight (8-10 hours) before eating them.
Dates for children: Dates are the best fruit to boost the health and immunity of children. People who are underweight, have low hemoglobin (iron) and have a weak immune system should consume one sweet date daily. You can eat like this for 2-3 months.
Always remember that dates are not hot but cool and work best for all pitta disorders. In this way you can also get all these benefits by eating dates.