Medjool Dates
Serving: 2 dates (~48 g)
Medjool dates are large, soft and caramel-sweet — a staple snack and a natural sweetener. They are fat-free and full of fiber and potassium, but also concentrated in natural sugar.
Nutrition per serving
Good to know
- Their sweetness is all natural sugar, so they are energy-dense for their size.
- The fiber softens the blood-sugar impact compared with refined sugar.
- Two dates make a satisfying snack; a handful adds up quickly.
Logging tip
It is easy to keep reaching for more — photograph what you took so Nishnush counts every date.
Common questions
How many calories are in Medjool dates? +
About 130 calories for two dates (~48 g) — roughly 36 g carbs (mostly natural sugar), 1 g protein and almost no fat.
Are dates good for weight loss? +
In moderation — they are a fiber-rich, whole-food sweet that beats candy. The catch is how easy they are to eat by the handful, so portion them out.
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