Ramadan 2022: Discover how dates, a fundamental fruit used to break fasts throughout Ramadan, are a wonderful source of fibre and antioxidants.

BY A STAFF REPORTER: As Muslims throughout the world observe fasts (rozas) during in the ninth Islamic month of Ramadan, which is considered the greatest for them, we share with you that the various health advantages of dates, the dried fruit that they consume to break their fast at twilight (iftar) as a sunnah (the way Prophet Mohammed did it).

This tropical fruit has so many health advantages that you should include it in your diet if you're fasting or not. "Dates are incredibly nutritious, abundant in high - fiber foods, and may enhance brain and bone health." "This natural sweetener may also aid in blood sugar regulation," explains Dietitian Pritika Bedi, Founder of Healthsake. (Images courtesy of Pixabay)