Talk to your doctor or ophthalmologist if you have trouble with your vision. Itchy eyes, dry eyes, watery eyes, blurry vision-these are just a few symptoms of an eye or vision problem. Some eye problems are minor, some are contagious. Some are very serious; eye injuries require immediate medical attention.
The soluble and insoluble fibers and amino acids present in dates can also help to improve the digestive system. Despite these benefits, one cup of dates has around 29 mg of fructose and a high glycemic index, which can increase blood sugar levels significantly.
Won't Raise Blood Sugar One of the main reasons people avoid eating dates is the belief that they will raise their blood sugar levels, but studies have shown that belief to be erroneous. The May 28, 2011, issue of Nutrition Journal reports a study in which date consumption was tested on diabetics. The study shows that while dates contain high amounts of natural sugars, they are actually a low-glycemic index food and did not significantly raise blood sugar levels after they were eaten.