It is mainly used for the treatment of sleeplessness, thirst, palpitations and dreaminess or sweating, as well as for neurasthenia, heartburn, insomnia, night sweats and excessive dreaming. Date palm contains alkaloids, flavonoids and saponins that are ideal for sedation, improving myocardial ischemia, hypnosis, anti-aging, analgesia, lowering blood lipids, lowering blood pressure, fighting platelet aggregation, and helping to strengthen the body’s immune system. Date palm itself is mild and has no side effects, and is suitable for people with weak constitutions, but care must be taken when taking it not to overdose, as overdosing may lead to poisoning.