Natural Dates
What is Natural Dates?
Natural dates are the fruit of the date palm tree (Phoenix dactylifera), native to the Middle East and North Africa. They are typically sold fresh, dried, or processed into forms like paste or sugar. The drying process concentrates their natural sugars and nutrients.
Is Natural Dates vegan?
Natural Dates is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Dates gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Natural Dates a major allergen?
Dates are not one of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Natural Dates used for?
Dates are primarily used as a natural sweetener and texturizer in foods.
Is Natural Dates safe?
Natural dates are considered a whole food and are a source of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.
Why it's used
Dates are primarily used as a natural sweetener and texturizer in foods. Their sticky nature makes them useful as a binder in snack and energy bars. They can also be found in baked goods, pastries, and as a standalone snack.
Health notes
Natural dates are considered a whole food and are a source of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. The FDA recognizes dates as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated dates and their components. Evidence suggests that the fiber and natural sugars in dates can contribute to satiety and provide energy.
Allergen info
Dates are not one of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
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