Are dates high in sugar?

Published: August 18, 2021

Yes, dates are relatively high in sugar when compared to certain other fruits. However, dates are also high in fiber and have a low glycemic index. This means the sugars are digested slowly and your blood sugar is unlikely to spike.

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Josie Burridge

Nutritional Epidemiology and Biochemistry

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