
Product Insights
Medjool dates are sold by Waitrose in a 400 g package and belong to the fruits and vegetables group. They provide 295 kcal, 68 g of sugars and 3.3 g of protein per 100 g, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D due to the high sugar content. While they are a natural, vegan‑friendly source of fiber, the elevated sugars may be unsuitable for diabetic or weight‑management diets.
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average plant‑based fruit product, these Medjool dates contain roughly four times more sugars (68 g vs 16.8 g) and carbohydrates, about three times the energy (295 kcal vs 94 kcal), while delivering markedly lower fat, saturated fat and salt.
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