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Source of natural sugars, fiber, and potassium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Mebrum dried dates (24 g) has 68 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 24 g
68
KCAL / 24G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 68 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.48 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 24 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 6 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 23 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 40 g | 113 kcal |
| 7 piece (extra large) | 56 g | 158 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 75 g | 212 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 80 g | 226 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 423 kcal |
Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.
Mebrum dried dates are typically slender, reddish-brown dates with a chewy, fairly firm texture and a sweet but not especially syrupy taste. Their texture makes them easy to slice or stuff, though particularly dry ones may benefit from brief soaking.
Mebrum is a Saudi Arabian date variety, often associated with the Medina region. Growing location and harvest conditions can affect the fruit, so the name identifies a variety rather than guaranteeing that every pack comes from one particular farm.
Mebrum dates are dried after harvest, reducing their moisture and concentrating their naturally sweet flavor. Plain dried dates are generally minimally processed and do not need added sugar, though coated or flavored products may have additional ingredients.
Yes, the skin of Mebrum dried dates is edible and is normally eaten with the fruit. If the dates are dusty, rinse them briefly under clean running water and dry them before eating.
Store opened Mebrum dried dates in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration can help preserve them for longer, especially in a warm or humid kitchen; let refrigerated dates come to room temperature if you prefer a softer texture.
A dry, even coating of tiny white crystals can be sugar crystallizing at the surface, rather than a sign that the dates are spoiled. Discard Mebrum dried dates with fuzzy growth, unusual colored spots, or a musty or fermented smell.
They do not need special preparation, but you can rinse Mebrum dried dates under running water if they look dusty or have been handled. Pat them dry afterward, particularly if you are storing any uneaten dates.
Mebrum dried dates can sweeten baking when chopped or blended into a paste, but they are not a direct one-for-one replacement for granulated sugar. They also add moisture and fiber, so the recipe’s liquid and texture may need adjusting.
People with diabetes can include Mebrum dried dates in some eating plans, but their concentrated natural sugars and carbohydrates can raise blood glucose. Portion size and how they affect an individual matter; a diabetes care professional can offer personalized guidance.
To pit a Mebrum dried date, make a small lengthwise slit and lift out the hard stone with your fingers. Check the opened fruit before chopping or blending it, since whole dates are commonly sold with their pits intact.
Vitamins
B5
0.19mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B3
0.39mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.36µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
157mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
10mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.48mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mebrum dried dates come from the Mebrum variety grown in Saudi Arabia, particularly around Medina. They are long and slender, with firm, chewy flesh and a gently caramel-like sweetness that is less syrupy than that of some softer date varieties.
In their region of origin, dates are eaten as a snack and commonly offered to guests; they are also familiar at iftar. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, they work well as a portable sweet bite or chopped into porridge and yoghurt. They provide natural sugars, fibre and potassium, so a small serving is satisfying; pair them with plain yoghurt or nuts for a less purely sweet snack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.