Dates (Khajur)
खजूर · ఖర్జూరం
Also called: khajoor, khajur, kharjura, dates
Natural dried fruit used as a sweetener and snack. Medium GI but nutrient-dense with potassium, iron, and fiber.
Calories & Nutrition: Dates (Khajur) (3-4 dates)
- 30g
- Carbs
- 16g
- Sugars
- 3g
- Fiber
- 1g
- Protein
- 0.2g
- Fat
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
A much better sweet craving fix than mithai. Stuff with almonds for added protein and healthy fats. Limit to 2-3 dates for diabetics.
Dates (Khajur) and blood sugar: common questions
Answers per serving (3-4 dates).
In English
What is the glycemic index of Dates (Khajur)?
Dates (Khajur) has a glycemic index of 42, which is classified as Low GI.
Does Dates (Khajur) increase blood sugar?
Dates (Khajur) has a low glycemic index (42), so it raises blood sugar slowly. In normal portions it is generally a safe choice for people managing blood sugar.
Is Dates (Khajur) good for sugar patients (diabetics)?
Dates (Khajur) is a low-GI food (GI 42), making it a good choice for people managing diabetes when eaten in sensible portions.
What is the glycemic load of Dates (Khajur)?
Dates (Khajur) has a glycemic load of 12 per serving (3-4 dates).
Hindi mein
Khajur ka sugar (GI) kitna hota hai?
Khajur ka glycemic index (GI) 42 hai, jo kam (low) mana jata hai. Ek serving (3-4 dates) ka glycemic load (GL) 12 hai, aur isme lagbhag 16g sugar aur 30g carbohydrate hota hai.
Kya khajur khane se sugar badhti hai?
Khajur ka GI kam (42) hai, isliye yeh blood sugar ko dheere-dheere badhata hai. Normal matra mein khane se sugar achanak nahi badhti.
Kya sugar ke mareez khajur kha sakte hain?
Haan. Khajur ka GI kam hai, isliye sugar ke mareez ise sahi matra mein kha sakte hain.
Khajur mein kitni calorie hoti hai?
Ek serving (3-4 dates) khajur mein lagbhag 112 calorie hoti hain, saath mein 30g carbohydrate, 1g protein aur 3g fiber.