Dates: A Healthy Sugar Substitute?

Dates are a sweet, natural food that can be used instead of sugar.

They have fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

The amount of sugar in dates varies.

Studies show moderate amounts of dates are okay for people with diabetes.

Dates can replace sugar in recipes, like chocolate milk or ice cream.

Dates are good for snacks and energy bars, too.

They still have sugar and calories, but if used in moderation with other foods, they can be part of a healthy diet.

However, they can cause dental decay.

If you're watching your sugar intake, use dates carefully.