Nutritional Analysis (Macronutrients, Potassium and Iron Content) of Four Palm Date Varieties (Phoenix dactylifera L.) and Study of Consumption Pattern among Muslim and Maharashtrian Community (2014)

There is high prevalence of anemia, hypertension among the human population today. Consumption of right food at the right time in the right amount plays a crucial role. Date is a fruit packed with nutrients and having multiple health benefits. It is reported that dates are a rich source of iron and potassium both playing an important role in anemia and hypertension respectively. A number of date varieties are available in the market having varied nutritional compositions. Hence, it is probably of key importance for consumers to be aware of which variety of dates provides the most beneficial effect on health. The different varieties of dates available in the market are not generally labeled with their nutritional profile. Due to this the consumers might not be aware of the various varieties and the most beneficial ones available in the market.