Dates are best eaten two hours after a meal, at 10 a.m. or 3 p.m., when the spleen and stomach are more active, which is good for nutrient absorption, and the sugar in dates can also replenish the body’s energy. Jujube is rich in nutrients, rich in protein, amino acids, fat, crude fiber, trace elements and vitamins, and is known as a “natural vitamin pill”. They are especially suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach, lack of energy and blood, malnutrition, fatigue and weakness. Patients who often suffer from insomnia can use red dates and lilies to cook porridge, which can effectively relieve insomnia symptoms. There is an old saying “eat three dates a day, youth never grows old”, so it is recommended to eat 3-5 dates a day, which is good for your health, if the dates are fresh, you can eat a few more, but try not to exceed 20. Although jujube is rich in nutrients, you should not eat too much of it, as it can cause flatulence and impair digestive function, which can easily lead to indigestion and constipation. In addition, dates are high in sugar and should not be eaten by diabetics.