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Mariani Premium Pitted Dates

Dates have been a Staple Food of the Middle East for a long time. There are many health benefits associated with dates. Dates are rich in dietary fibre, potassium and Iron. It is often given to Anemic People. It is mostly fat-free and cholesterol-free. Since dates are high in carbohydrates, they are a good source of energy.

Mariani Premium Dates are pitted (stoned) and sun-ripened. These are really soft and sweet. Since is naturally fat-free, I love snacking on these once in a while. The serving Size is 5 to 6 dates – 120 calories. We buy this from our local Wholesale Shop – BJ’s.

Healthy Sun-Ripened Dates

Mariani Sun-Ripened Pitted Dates

Always choose dates which do not have added sugars. Avoid chocolate-covered and other fancy date products.

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Blue Diamond Almonds

Almonds are rich in monounsaturated fat – one of the two fats responsible for lowering LDL (bad cholesterol). It is also rich in Vitamin E and Calcium. It is also a source of Omega-6  Essential Fatty Acid and is free of Cholesterol. Like all nuts, Almonds are high in calories. It’s good to include a handful of almonds in your daily diet.

I love these Blue Diamond Whole Natural Almonds. It’s sometimes so difficult to find unsalted almonds and these whole natural almonds are perfect as “Grab And Go” Snacks. Each pouch (18 g) is only 100 calories and so you can don’t have to worry about counting calories. There are 32 bags in this box and it will probably last for a month.

Blue Diamond Whole Natural Almonds

Blue Diamond Whole Natural Almonds

People on Low-Carb diets often use Almond Flour instead of Plain Flour. Almond Flour is Gluten-free and a popular substitute for Wheat flour. Almond Oil is good for the skin and can also be used as a substitute for Olive Oil.