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Dates are full of energy, nutrients

Dates are full of energy, nutrients (Photo: iStock)

A date, also known as tende in Swahili, is defined as a sweet and chewy fruit that grows on the date palm. It has a wrinkled exterior and a caramel-like flavour and is often used in various cuisines and enjoyed as a snack.

The oval-cylindrical fruit changes colour from bright red to yellow when ripe, depending on the variety.

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