Dates proven to reduce cancer, brain disease risks – Endocrinologist

PEOPLES GAZETTE 

An endocrinologist at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Teaching Hospital in Bauchi, Ayuba Mugana, says that consuming dates and fruit can reduce the risk of cancer and brain diseases.

In an interview with journalists on Friday in Bauchi, Mr Mugana said that dates’ nutritional properties are necessary for brain health, reducing cancer risks and heart and eye diseases.

According to him, the nutritional properties of dates include carbohydrates, fibre, and vitamins, among other minerals.

The medical expert also said consuming two or three dates between meals was good for diabetic patients.