Dates: 5 + 1 reasons to include them in your diet

The palm tree (Phoenix dactylifera) belongs to the Arecaceae family and is native to the Middle East and North Africa. In addition to their long history, dates also have remarkable nutrients that place them at the top of a healthy diet. By eating dates, you’ll be giving yourself plenty of fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory and … Read more

Plums: A protective shield for bones, scientists say

If you still think that only milk can keep your bones strong during puberty, you are wrong. A daily serving of prunes helps slow the loss of bone mass, reducing the risk of osteoporosis, according to a new study. Specifically, the study reports that nutrients in plums affect factors associated with fracture susceptibility. Bones have … Read more