[dianearnold]

Let your doctor know you are eating them and monitor your blood pressure.

 

[Babybird]

I love dried dates and they are very mourish. Did not know eating them in the morning was ideal. Will give it a go but yes just a couple.

OK fair enough.

It' doesn't interfere with any medication.
It's so healthy for you if you take it first thing in morning makes you regular. Most people as they get older have problems been regular because different medication so it's good for you

 

[Suzanne rose]

i will eat dates and take my meds. you are not a doctor so keep off with the do nots.

As usual rude !!

 

[Suzanne rose]

Dont eat dates and take blood pressure meds

Can I ask what you have heard about this.
Hubby eats dates every day.

I know you shouldn't eat or drink grapefruit with High blood pressure meds

No, eating dates typically does not interfere with blood pressure medication. In fact, dates are often recommended as part of a healthy diet for managing high blood pressure because they are a good source of potassium, which can help lower blood pressure. While potassium can interact with certain blood pressure medications (like potassium-sparing diuretics), the amount of potassium in dates is unlikely to cause any significant interference.

Here's why dates are generally safe and even beneficial for blood pressure management:

• High in Potassium:
  Dates are rich in potassium, a mineral that helps balance sodium levels in the body and relax blood vessel walls, leading to lower blood pressure.
• Low in Sodium:
  Dates are naturally low in sodium, a substance that can raise blood pressure.
• Other Nutrients:
  Dates also contain other nutrients that can support overall health, such as fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

 

[SGH]

You know if you stuck to everything all these "doctors" and "wellness" experts told you to do, you would be being treated for anorexia, if you get to this age, tell them all to suck eggs. Once you are over 60 years these days you are on borrowed time. Why? We are the junk food generation, it all started with us baby boomers. The next generations have just taken it to another level.

 

[DLHM]

I am a big date fan! Especially the medjool dates. There are recipes that substitute dates for sugar. Much better health-wise.

Nature’s lollies!

 

[Viellarde]

I am a big date fan! Especially the medjool dates. There are recipes that substitute dates for sugar. Much better health-wise.

Nature’s lollies!

Yes, yum!

 

[natalielocket]

Dates are great when on a road trip, also when I was working in the Community (Age Care), dates were a quick snack between clients. And sometimes, going over the Rostered time, and having a later lunch, kept me going.

 

[Babybird]

Dates are great when on a road trip, also when I was working in the Community (Age Care), dates were a quick snack between clients. And sometimes, going over the Rostered time, and having a later lunch, kept me going.

So healthy

 

[Mina vriesekolk]

Wonder where you’ve got the info from , as it does not say !
You have to be very careful what you send , as there are many elderly persons who have various health issues and not only aware of what’s going on in their body . You may think you are fit and healthy , but you could have underlying health issues, like CRF( Chronic Renal Failure ) and it may not affect you , but it can lead to terrible treatment. As I worked many years with patients on Haemo Dialysis due to CRF .
They are not supposed to have potassium and very low or no intake of oral fluids , depends on their situation . Dates and bananas are very high in potassium . If you send a post , you need to do your research and not just send something you think is good for everyone .

 

[Littleboy8]

Wonder where you’ve got the info from , as it does not say !
You have to be very careful what you send , as there are many elderly persons who have various health issues and not only aware of what’s going on in their body . You may think you are fit and healthy , but you could have underlying health issues, like CRF( Chronic Renal Failure ) and it may not affect you , but it can lead to terrible treatment. As I worked many years with patients on Haemo Dialysis due to CRF .
They are not supposed to have potassium and very low or no intake of oral fluids , depends on their situation . Dates and bananas are very high in potassium . If you send a post , you need to do your research and not just send something you think is good for everyone .

Which post are you replying to ?

 

[Babybird]

Wonder where you’ve got the info from , as it does not say !
You have to be very careful what you send , as there are many elderly persons who have various health issues and not only aware of what’s going on in their body . You may think you are fit and healthy , but you could have underlying health issues, like CRF( Chronic Renal Failure ) and it may not affect you , but it can lead to terrible treatment. As I worked many years with patients on Haemo Dialysis due to CRF .
They are not supposed to have potassium and very low or no intake of oral fluids , depends on their situation . Dates and bananas are very high in potassium . If you send a post , you need to do your research and not just send something you think is good for everyone .

Everything in moderation 2 or 3 a day does not or every couple days does not cause problems. It regulates you also full iron and other goodies.

 

[Babybird]

Wonder where you’ve got the info from , as it does not say !
You have to be very careful what you send , as there are many elderly persons who have various health issues and not only aware of what’s going on in their body . You may think you are fit and healthy , but you could have underlying health issues, like CRF( Chronic Renal Failure ) and it may not affect you , but it can lead to terrible treatment. As I worked many years with patients on Haemo Dialysis due to CRF .
They are not supposed to have potassium and very low or no intake of oral fluids , depends on their situation . Dates and bananas are very high in potassium . If you send a post , you need to do your research and not just send something you think is good for everyone .

Omg just move on my father was a herbalist. It does not heart anyone 2 a day you don't have to eat whole packet most people a lacking in their diet such as iron etc. first you are not a Dr. So just move on when you don't know what you are talking about. As I said 2 a day does not hurt anyone it benifits all