ORGANIC DATE, dried, ground

Botanical Name: Phoenix dactylifera
Production: Whole dates, pitted, dried, and ground.
Dates are, by general consensus, the worlds oldest known fruit. They have been grown throughout the Middle East and North Africa for over 6,000 years, a dietary staple and incorporated into almost every meal or eaten alone. Ancient cultures referred to date palms as the tree of life. Traditionally, dates were used to break fasts as they have high carbohydrate and sugar contents, immediately raising blood sugars and providing instantaneous energy.
Qualities: Date sugar is a whole food sugar that contains all the health benefits of dates, including the fiber, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and manganese.
Common Use: Makes for a great whole food sweetener and sugarsubstitute
Storage: This is an unrefined product and may contains clumps or be prone to clumping. It is important to store in a cool, dry, dark place in a well sealed container.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.