Dates reduces cancer risk, brain diseases: Endocrinologist
An endocrinologist at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Teaching Hospital in Bauchi, Ayuba Mugana, says that consuming dates and fruit can reduce the risk of cancer and brain diseases.
In an interview with journalists on Friday in Bauchi, Mr Mugana said that dates’ nutritional properties are necessary for brain health, reducing cancer risks and heart and eye diseases.
According to him, the nutritional properties of dates include carbohydrates, fibre, and vitamins, among other minerals.
The medical expert also said consuming two or three dates between meals was good for diabetic patients.
The endocrinologist said dates contain healthy substances that are beneficial for people with diabetes, noting that the fibre content in the fruit reduces sugar in the blood.
“Date fruits will not spike blood glucose. The dates fruit can be consumed by diabetic patients, preferably in between meals.
“Not more than three should be consumed at a time,” he explained.
The doctor, however, advised diabetic patients to adhere to the professional guidelines for diets and visit the hospital.
(NAN)
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