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If you are not a fan of juicy and compact dates and are looking for dates that you can easily and effortlessly consume without getting your hands soaked in date juice, we recommend Zahedi dates. This delicious and unique date, harvested from the best varieties of the Zahedi date tree, has a place in your bag, desk, and nut bowl at home. Zahedi or Qasab dates are one of the most popular dates in Bushehr province and are a suitable substitute for sugar in tea and other herbal teas due to their low sugar content. These dates have no sap and have a soft inner texture with a relatively dry outer layer. They are also called dry dates, but you should be careful that they are not hard and can be easily used in various herbal teas. On average, each Zahedi date seed weighs 8 grams and is 5 centimeters long. Zahedi dates have good calories and are easily burned in the body and metabolism. The type of sugar in Zahedi dates is fructose, which makes their consumption safe and beneficial even for patients with diabetes and dietary restrictions. Zahedi dates have 24 calories per seed and 300 calories per 100 grams. It is interesting to know that the drier the date, the more calories it has, which is why Zahedi dates have more calories than other types of fresh dates.

 What are the types of Zahedi dates?

Zahedi dates are grown and harvested in all the coastal provinces of southern Iran, namely Sistan and Baluchestan, Bushehr, Khuzestan, Bandar Abbas and Fars. These dates have three quality grades; first-class quality, second-class quality and waste. The first-class type has a soft texture and is suitable for export. The second-class type is also suitable for daily consumption. The waste type is not edible for humans and is mostly used for animal feed. You can find first-class Zahedi dates mostly in Bushehr, Khuzestan and Fars, although they can also be found in other regions. There are also two types of Zahedi dates, Iraqi and American, which also have different quality grades and are considered competitors of Iranian Zahedi dates.

Appearance of Zahedi Dates

One of the most important structural and appearance characteristics of Zahedi dates, also known as “Qasab”, is that its texture is dry and very low in moisture. Therefore, it is a completely toothsome product that requires chewing; at the same time, it has a sweet and very pleasant taste. Zahedi dates are usually medium in size, relatively oval in shape, and light in color. The kernels of this product are completely separated from its edible part and are easily removed. Due to its dry texture, this product has a longer shelf life compared to other dates, and it can also be stored in the environment.

Features of Zahedi Dates

You can use Zahedi dates alone, in salads, smoothies or as a dessert at parties.

Taste and aroma: A sweet and pleasant taste that is suitable for consumption as a snack or in the preparation of desserts.

Rich in nutrients: A good source of fiber, vitamins and minerals such as potassium and magnesium.

Suitable for diets: Ideal for people looking for natural and healthy options.

Nutritional value, properties and benefits of Zahedi dates

Like other date varieties, Zahedi dates are a rich source of nutrients that are beneficial to the body and an energy-generating product. Eating them provides the body with more energy than other snacks. Also, this product has a warm nature that gives it many therapeutic properties. While every 100 grams of this dried fruit contains 277 kilocalories, it also contains significant amounts of other beneficial substances such as protein, vitamins and natural sugar.

The therapeutic properties of Zahedi dates, which mostly stem from its warm nature, include the extraordinary effects of this product in strengthening the body's immunity and helping to improve and prevent colds, improving the functioning of the digestive system and stomach and intestinal disorders, improving the functioning of the heart and blood vessels and preventing heart diseases. This product is also very effective in the beauty and health of skin and hair, treating anemia, strengthening bones, strengthening the mind and memory, ensuring liver health and regulating blood pressure. Therefore, it is one of the most beneficial foods that is worth including in your daily diet.

Properties of Zahedi Dates

Zahedi dates are one of the most popular types of dates in southern Iran due to their high nutritional and therapeutic properties, which are effective in improving digestive function, lowering blood cholesterol, strengthening the immune system, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

·       Lowers blood cholesterol

·       Abundant antioxidants

·       Suitable for controlling diabetes and blood sugar control due to its natural fruit sugar and suitable for diabetics and anyone who is prohibited from processed sugar.

·       Facilitates digestive function

·       Source of manganese, calcium, and iron

·       A complete multivitamin

·       Strengthening the nervous system and preventing Alzheimer's disease due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

·       An effective and organic medicine to increase libido and fertility and eliminate sexual dysfunction in men

·       Preventing cancer, especially in the digestive system

·       Aids in digestion and intestinal digestion due to its high and high-quality fiber

·       Suitable for pregnant mothers to facilitate childbirth and nursing mothers because they are rich in nutrients and minerals needed by the mother and child

·       Strengthening the body's bone tissue due to the presence of appropriate amounts of calcium in this type of date

·       Helping to eliminate anemia due to the presence of large amounts of iron

·       Helping to maintain skin health and providing the necessary ingredients for its freshness and vitality

·       Helping to eliminate symptoms of depression due to the presence of chemical compounds that help the nervous system

·       Meeting the body's needs for various vitamins and suitable for athletes due to its high vitamin and energy content

Nutritional Value Table (40 g dates)

Price and quality of Zahedi dates

Zahedi dates enter the markets at a more reasonable price than other date varieties. The most reasonable price can be seen in early autumn, when it enters the markets in large quantities and it is the peak of harvesting and supply of this product. The price of Zahedi dates depends on its quality, then how this product is purchased and the number of sales intermediaries can affect its final price.

It is possible to buy fresh and high-quality Zahedi dates all year round; because this product has a high shelf life.

Determining the quality of Zahedi dates is one of the things that must be considered in order to have a satisfactory purchase. For this, it is necessary not only to know the characteristics of this product, but also to examine the products in terms of harvest time, type of packaging, quality level and other such things. By placing an order and purchasing this product through reputable centers, including this collection, you can make your purchase with peace of mind and with a guarantee, without the need to take any special action.