Organic fresh dates Usually these come straight from Northern Africa, and are freighted via land and sea rather than air. Dates are great for adding natural sweetness to bakes, smoothies & stews. Or you can just eat straight from the bag when you a needing an energy boost. Reasons to eat dates: Full of dietary fibre to help keep your digestive system in good working order Contain lots of anti-oxidants - helping to protect against the development of a number of different chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer's Contain good levels of important minerals such as magnesium and potassium.