"Dates" Are A Good Source Of Energy - Study

Scientific study has proven that the fruit 'dates' is a good source of energy. It is a fruit of preference for people in the desert areas especially the Middle East.

Most people like it not only for its taste but its nutritional properties. 

The chief director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Leslie Kojo Christian made this known in Accra when the kingdom of Saudi Arabia donated fifty tonnes of dates to the Government of Ghana. 

Mr. Christian said dates contain many vitamins and minerals, and are rich in fibre,fat and protein. 

The Saudi Ambassador to Ghana, Hesham Alsowehim who presented the fruits on behalf of his country said, it is their principle to donate to friendly countries.

He hoped the donation will help strengthen the relationship between Ghana and Saudi Arabia.

Source : GBC