In addition to their unique caramel-like flavour, Kalmi dates are brimming with nutrients that support overall health. Loaded with natural sugars, they can provide a quick and sustainable energy boost. An ideal snack for powering through busy days or fueling your workouts.

Benefits

Despite their petite-ness, the Kalmi Dates sure do pack a nutritional punch. They provide ample benefits compared to other dried fruits.

• Aids in Digestion: Kalmi dates may be small, but they are loaded with fibre essential in regulating bowel movements and preventing constipation. 
• Promotes Heart Health: Potassium is found in abundance in the Kalmi date. This can regulate blood pressure levels and aid in maintaining cardiovascular health. 
•  Maintain Bone Health: Dates contain minerals like calcium and magnesium, essential for building and maintaining bone health. Frequent consumption reduces the risk of bone-related diseases like osteoporosis and osteopenia.
• Reduces Oxidative Stress: dates are rich in antioxidants like phenolics, flavonoids and carotenoids. These antioxidants are vital in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress on the body. Antioxidants are also known to reduce the risk of certain cancers.
• Weight Management: The date has a low glycemic index. Low glycemic index foods are known to cause fewer blood sugar spikes. Paired with its high fibre content, it can leave one feeling fuller for longer, making it an ideal snack for people watching their weight.

Uses

Kalmi dates’ natural sweetness and chewy texture can be a delightful addition to various recipes. Here are a few creative ways in which you can add their unique flavour, texture and sweetness to your diet:

• Chopped and added to salads for added flavour and texture.
• Soaked overnight and eaten the following morning
• Eat whole as a snack.
• Grind dates to paste and add them to cake batter, pancake batter, oatmeal, and yoghurt as a natural sweetener.
• Add them to chutneys for a balanced flavour
• Make a small slit in the date and stuff it with nuts, nut butters, and cheeses.
• Finely chop the dates, add them to the oats, seeds, and nuts, and roll them into little energy balls. 

Additional Information

Storage: Store in our airtight packages and keep away from sources of heat. If storing for prolonged periods, refrigerate or freeze.

Produce of USA

Manufactured by:

M/s. Farmers International Inc. 1260 Muir Avenue, Chico, CA 95973, USA

Imported, Packed & Marketed by:

Royal Dry Fruits Pvt. Ltd. 10, Rizvi House, Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai-400050 Maharashtra, India.

FSSAI Licence  No. 1001150022003677

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282 

Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value

Total Fat 0.4g (0%)

Saturated Fat 0g (0%)

Polyunsaturated Fat 0g

Mono Unsaturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 2mg

Potassium       656mg (18%)

Total Carboydrate 75g (25%)

Dietary Fibre 8g (32%)

Sugars 63gm

Protein 2.5g (5%)

Calcium 3% Iron 5%

Vitamin B-6 10% Magnesium 10%

Nutrition Information

Despite its small size, Rostaa’s Gourmet Kalmi Dates or Khajoor are chock full of essential nutrients. 

• A 100 gm serving has up to 8 gms of fibre. Fibre is known to aid in gut health and bowel movement. The fibre content in dates is also helpful if you want to lose weight. A few dates as a snack can leave you feeling satiated for longer and can curb snacking pangs.
• The antioxidant content of Kalmi dates is well known, and regular consumption can reduce oxidative stress. 
• They’re extremely rich in minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and vitamin B6. All are crucial for maintaining proper electrolyte balance, supporting muscle function, and regulating blood pressure.
• It is an excellent source of vitamin B6, which is essential for numerous metabolic processes, including carbohydrate metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.

FAQs

Question: How and where do I store dates?

Answer: The correct way to store Rostaa Kalmi dates is in an airtight container. It is advisable to store the container on a cool, dry, and dark shelf. They need to be kept away from direct sources of heat and moisture. Keeping them in an airtight container is important since, although they are dried fruit, they are prone to catching moisture. If stored correctly, the dates can last up to 3 months.

Question: How do I eat Kalmi dates?

Answer: Kalmi dates, or Kalmi Khajoor, are best consumed in the morning after being soaked overnight. This is known as activating dried fruit. Once soaked, the date changes color,  grows in size and becomes softer and easier to digest as compared to being consumed raw or dried. The other benefit is the absorption of nutrients. Your body can harness the nutrients from soaked nuts and fruit rather than raw. 

While you can consume dates raw, you may not be able to completely absorb the mighty walnuts’ goodness due to their enzyme inhibitors and may also face mild indigestion.

They can also be consumed as an evening snack in smoothies. Make sure to balance out your date consumption, as they are high in sugar.

Question: How many dates should I consume?

Answer: As per studies, it is advised to consume 5–10 dates of dates daily to reap the optimum benefits of the Kalmi Date. 

Question: Who can eat Kalmi dates?

Answer: Children, adolescents, and adults can benefit from walnuts. It is always advisable to consult with your doctor to best assess your dietary requirements. People with blood sugar issues must consult their physicians and focus on a balanced diet as well.

Question: Where can I buy the best-quality Kalmi dates?

Answer: Purchase the best-quality Kalmi dates from Rostaa. Our dates are suitable for everyone, free of added sugars and preservatives,  and are available online and in stores. Rostaa also has a variety of other fruits and nuts, such as almonds, cashew nuts, hazelnuts, trail mixes, seeds, dates, berries, and dried fruits, to fulfil your daily nutrition needs.