Date fruits are the sweet and nutritious fruit of the palm tree. The palm tree grows widely in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia. These trees have been cultivated for thousands of years and have been an important source of food in these areas. In introducing the types of dates, we must say that each one has its own unique taste, texture and appearance. Among the most popular types of dates, we can mention Halileh, Pyaram, Khasowi, Daglet Noor, Berhi and Zahedi. These species are different in terms of sweetness, size and color.
Khassui Date
There are about 400 types of dates in Iran, of which Khasavi date is the most famous and popular. Due to its low sweetness and small size, this date is one of the best substitutes for sugar in the diet of diabetic patients or athletes. This type of date is rich in copper, magnesium, selenium and manganese.
The properties of dates will not be forgotten in the introduction of different dates...
Daily consumption of this date prevents osteoporosis, strengthens and improves Cartilages, strengthening memory, treating anemia, increasing and providing daily energy, rejuvenating and improving the skin, hair health, health and regulation of the digestive system. The potassium in this date lowers blood pressure and also prevents the formation of kidney stones.
Zahedi Date
One of the types of dates that is very famous in Iran is called Zahedi dates. This date is elongated in the shape of an oval with a very narrow and pointed end. The fruit is yellow in the thorn stage. In the wet stage, it turns light brown and in the date stage, it becomes reddish brown to pale yellow. Zahedi dates are one of the high quality dates that are easy to transport and can be stored in the warehouse.
This date is considered one of the export cultivars. In introducing the types of dates, we must say that this type of date is classified as a dry type and is later than other types. It is necessary to mention that the amount of its fall from the tree is also high.
Kabkab date
Kebkab date is one of the freshest dates and has a dark brown to black color and this date is considered special for Bushehr province. Because the largest area under date cultivation is in Dashestan region of Bushehr province. The thorn of this date has a bitter taste, and for this reason, it is not used much, and it is mostly consumed in the form of dates and dates. This type of dates can be harvested from the middle of September. Kabkab is a juicy date.
Piarom Date
Introduction of different types of dates will not be complete without Pyaram. This type of date is considered to be one of the semi-dry and meaty ingredients and the most famous date in Hormozgan province. Pyaram palm trees are planted at the end of the Zagros hills in the north of Hormozgan. This type of date is produced organically. The thin skin of this type of date is completely attached to its flesh. The sugar in this type is fructose, which is easily consumed in the body's metabolism. Payaram dates are very suitable for people with diabetes due to the type of sugar in them. This date is late and is considered among the most expensive dates in Iran.