Nutrition
Dates
Dates are nutritious and have numerous health benefits due to its rich and essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
-Fibre: Dates are high in dietary fibre, supporting healthy digestion and bowel function.
-Dates are a natural sweetener, making it an excellent alternative to refined sugars.
-Antioxidants –Rich: Dates contain antioxidants like polyphenols and flavonoids, protecting against oxidative stress and inflammation.
-Heart health: Dates help lower cholesterol levels, blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular disease.
-Energy boost: Dates are natural energy source, providing quick sustenance due to their high sugar content.
-Bone health: Dates are rich in potassium, magnesium and copper, supporting bone density and osteoporosis prevention.
Digestive health: Dates support healthy gut bacteria, relieving constipation and irritable bowel syndrome symptoms.
Source:Healthline.com
Dates are nutritious and have numerous health benefits due to its rich and essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
-Fibre: Dates are high in dietary fibre, supporting healthy digestion and bowel function.
-Dates are a natural sweetener, making it an excellent alternative to refined sugars.
-Antioxidants –Rich: Dates contain antioxidants like polyphenols and flavonoids, protecting against oxidative stress and inflammation.
-Heart health: Dates help lower cholesterol levels, blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular disease.
-Energy boost: Dates are natural energy source, providing quick sustenance due to their high sugar content.
-Bone health: Dates are rich in potassium, magnesium and copper, supporting bone density and osteoporosis prevention.
Digestive health: Dates support healthy gut bacteria, relieving constipation and irritable bowel syndrome symptoms.
Source:Healthline.com
Nutrition
Date juice
-Remove the seeds and soak a handful of dates in warm water for 30 minutes to one hour to soften.
-Once the dates are well soaked, drain the water.
-Add the dates, one and a half cup of water, lemon juice or vanilla into a high-speed blender and blend for 60 seconds or until smooth.
-If desired, add almonds and blend.
-Serve slightly chilled.
-Enjoy your drink
Nutrition
Sobolo
Sobolo, also known as hibiscus tea, is a popular and refreshing drink found in parts of Africa, particularly in Ghana.
Ingredients:
2 cups of dried hibiscus flowers
8 cups of water
1 cup of sugar (adjust to taste)
Ginger (a medium-sized piece), grated
Optional: Pineapple juice, lemon juice, or mint leaves for extra flavour
Preparation:
-Boil water in a large bowl.
-Once the water is boiling, add the dried hibiscus flowers and grated ginger.
-Also, add the peels of the pineapple and lemon to the boiling mixture to give it a strong scent and flavour.
-Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes. The longer it simmers, the stronger the flavour.
-After simmering, turn off the heat
and strain the mixture to remove the flowers, peels, and ginger.
-While the liquid is still hot, add sugar to your taste and stir until it’s completely dissolved.
-If you want to add more flavours, now is the time to add pineapple juice, lemon juice, or mint leaves. This step is optional but can enhance the taste.
– Let the sobolo cool down to room temperature. Once cooled, you can refrigerate it until it’s chilled.
-Serve the sobolo chilled. You can garnish it with lemon slices or mint leaves for a refreshing and appealing look.
– Boil about a cup of water and dissolve your sugar in it to make a concentrated syrup and pour in your sobolo. This method works better than adding sugar directly.
Enjoy your homemade Sobolo, a perfect drink for any occasion!
Source: Pulse.com
