Date Palm

Alternative names : Phoenix dactylifera, Date, Palmier  Dattier, Tamero, Kharjura

Probably originating from the Persian Gulf, Date Palm is one of the oldest trees cultivated in Africa, Asia, South America, Europe and Middle East for its edible fruits called dates. Medicinal properties of dates are due its high content of vitamins and minerals essential to promoting health and longevity. A 40 day cure of 15 dates each day after a meal additional to the consumption of 500 ml of milk  and plenty of exercise daily, can boost both optimism and physical strength.

Very appreciated in diets, dates help heal digestive disorders , restore intestinal flora and have a powerful purgative action. Containing more amino acids than apples, oranges or bananas, Dates neutralize gastric hiperacidity, prevent heartburn and reduce abdominal cancer incidence. For constipation, an excellent remedy is to eat 4-5 dates and drink a glass of milk before going to sleep.

A juice obtained from sun dried dates is used in cough and breathing problems, while the regular date consumption reduces the symptoms of seasonal allergies (e.g. Allergic rhinitis) due to its organic sulfur content. The fluor content of dates protects tooth from cavities and the iron content makes it a perfect dietary supplement in anemia. During pregnancy, dates are recommended for its positive effects on labor. Dates strengthen the muscle of the uterus, help dilation and diminish post-natal bleedings, while in breastfeeding, dates improve breastmilk with essential nutrients. Other uses of dates are: heart disease, osteoporosis, sexual dysfunction and alcoholism.