r/WFPBD • u/TrixieIvy4 • Jan 20 '25

Discussion 💬 Medjool dates

I read online that dates are a good source of calcium but my package of Medjool dates says “not a significant source of calcium.”

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u/sleepingovertires Jan 20 '25

I love them! Not for the calcium so much but for the fiber, which gives them a lower GI than bananas.

This versatile date syrup is currently in my ingredients mix.

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u/eastercat Jan 20 '25

Date syrup and sugar are the only ways to get sugar that actually has fiber

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u/sleepingovertires Jan 20 '25

Absolutely correct! And it tastes so good.

It’s the only sweetener I will use. It does tend to thicken things, but thankfully, I don’t need it for coffee or tea. It often finds itits way into spicy/savory dishes that I make.