The significance of the date palm as a source of nutrition and sustenance is evident in the statement narrated by Ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with him): “The Prophet said there is a tree among the trees which is similar to a Muslim (in goodness), and that is the date palm tree.” (Bukhari)
In another Hadith, the Prophet stressed the importance of dates as a major food item, saying, “People in a house without dates are in a state of hunger.” (Muslim)
The excellence of date palms is also referred to in the following verse of the Holy Qur’an: “And in the earth are tracts (diverse though) neighboring, and gardens of vines and fields sown with corn, and palm trees — growing out of single roots or otherwise: watered with the same water, yet some of them We make more excellent than others to eat. Behold, verily in these things there are signs for those who understand.” (Surah Al-Raad, verse 4)
The date is also referred to in the Holy Qur’an as one of the blessings that would be offered in Paradise.
Dear Readers,
Please find below a health boosting post on ‘Dates in Recovery’. If there’s one thing I’m eternally grateful for then that’s Dates. They have been a magic in my recovery. A day doesn’t go by when I don’t have dates (throw in handful of toasted mixed nuts for extra boost) and I’ve seen the difference it has made to my health. Try this heavenly gift in your recovery and for your well-being. Enjoy!
“Indeed in dates there is a
cure”
Hands down, One of my favourite nutritional breakfasts ever. Milk and dates are two top foods that really aided in my recovery. One of the world’s oldest cultivated fruits, it is high in fibre, essential minerals and vitamins.
After a fast, eating dates is a gentle way to ease the body back into the act of eating (this is practised by Muslims in a month of fasting, Ramadan) and prevents metabolic, digestive, and other physical issues that may be caused by the practice of fasting.
According to organic facts.com:
Muslims break their fast by eating dates and water according to their traditions. Breaking fast with eating dates helps us to avoid overeating of the food after the fast. When the body absorbs the nutritional value of the dates, the feeling of hunger gets pacified.
I also love having dates for my dessert and to satisfy any sugar cravings.
Prophet Muhammad said: “A house without dates has no food.”
Fresh dates were eaten by Mother Mary at the time of the birth of Prophet Jesus. Eating dates every morning is a Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad.
Health benefits of Dates:
- High in natural fibres, vitamins and minerals.
- They contain oil, calcium, sulphur, iron, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, copper and magnesium.
- Helps fight constipation and intestinal disorder
- Excellent alternative to refined sugar
- Natural sweetener
- Best food for muscle development
According to natural facts.com:
It is said that consumption of one date daily is necessary for a balanced and healthy diet.
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “The one who eats seven dates in the morning will be protected that day from poison and envy.”
Try this highly nutritional Omega 3 infused smoothie for Brekkie and put some love back into your body.
Walnut, Dates Milk Smoothie
3 dates, soaked overnight in 1/2 cup of milk
1 ounce walnuts
1/4 cup ice
1/4 cup vanilla yogurt
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Method:
Add 1/2 cup milk with dates in blender or a food processor with remaining ingredients and puree until smooth. Enjoy.
