We simply can’t get enough of our Chopped Dates and we think you’ll feel the same. Some of our favorite ways to enjoy them include adding a spoonful to your hot cereal, using them in your preferred muffin recipe, or just grabbing a handful when you’re looking for a satisfying snack. Diced dates are a good source of fiber and are low in sodium, so make sure you keep one of our L’Orenta resealable bags of diced dates in your cupboard for your next craving.
Dates are known to possess many health benefits, but did you know that dried dates too, or Chhuaras, as they are called, are no less when it comes to being wholesome and nourishing. You can eat dates at any time of the day and makes a good energy-rich snack that will keep you full and satisfied.
Get yours today! Available in 1 lb, 5 lb
We simply can’t get enough of our Chopped Dates and we think you’ll feel the same. Some of our favorite ways to enjoy them include adding a spoonful to your hot cereal, using them in your preferred muffin recipe, or just grabbing a handful when you’re looking for a satisfying snack. Diced dates are a good source of fiber and are low in sodium, so make sure you keep one of our L’Orenta resealable bags of diced dates in your cupboard for your next craving.
Dates are known to possess many health benefits, but did you know that dried dates too, or Chhuaras, as they are called, are no less when it comes to being wholesome and nourishing. You can eat dates at any time of the day and makes a good energy-rich snack that will keep you full and satisfied.
Get yours today! Available in 1 lb, 5 lb
Health Benefits
Dates have an excellent nutrition profile. Dates provide various antioxidants that have a number of health benefits to offer, including a reduced risk of several diseases. Eating dates may help improve brain function. Laboratory studies have found dates to be helpful for lowering inflammatory markers, such as interleukin 6 (IL-6), in the brain. High levels of IL-6 are associated with a higher risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Dates are a source of fructose, which is a natural type of sugar found in fruit. For this reason, dates are very sweet and also have a subtle caramel-like taste. They make a great healthy substitute for white sugar in recipes due to the nutrients, fiber and antioxidants that they provide. The health benefits of dates include improve bone health, help regulate cholesterol, improve heart health, regulates blood pressure, promote brain health, benefits for skin, prevent inflammation, good for constipation and treat diarrhea.
Fun Facts
Dates are mentioned more than 50 times in the Bible. Dates are considered the oldest cultivated fruit in the world with fossils suggesting that they were around 50 million years ago. In order to grow, harvest and enjoy medjool dates, you need to have lots of space and quite the green thumb! You also need to plant both a male and female plant. Date palms need hot, dry and sunny weather to flourish. Date trees typically reach about 21–23 meters (69–75 ft) in height. More than 1,000 dates may appear on a single bunch weighing 8 kilograms (18 pounds) or more.
How to Store and Select
Dried Fruit. Dried fruit has less moisture than fresh fruit, so it doesn't spoil as quickly, but refrigeration can help it maintain its freshness longer. Keep it in the main compartment of your refrigerator for up to six months.
Made in The USA
Proudly made in The USA. Shipped directly from our distribution center located in San Antonio, Texas.