Food substance that improves intestinal function

Dr. Cynthia Sass, a famous American nutritionist, announced that eating dates improves digestion, the work of the heart, blood vessels and the brain.

The expert points out that dates contain many vitamins and minerals (calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, manganese) and natural antioxidants, which have anti-inflammatory properties and contain antimicrobial compounds, which contribute to fighting infectious diseases.

The expert says, "Three grains of dates give about 18% of the body's daily need for dietary fiber, which is necessary for the functioning of the digestive system." According to the Health website.

She adds, dates reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and regulate the level of cholesterol and blood sugar. It can also help people with Alzheimer's disease, as it contains polyphenols that are able to fight inflammation and oxidative stress in the brain.

Source: Novosti