20/04/2015
Al-Kurma - Valuable natural fruit for health
Within Malaysia, we are definitely no stranger to the fruit called "Kurma" or also known as dates. It can be found openly sold by stores in the market and shopping malls anywhere especially during the month of Ramadan, the Muslim fasting month. It is an amazing fruit, even though this fruit is relatively small in size, it is capable of providing ample energy for the fasting Muslims throughout the whole day during the fasting months.
The story goes way back to a camel caravan which was hit by a fierce sandstorm on its journey through the deserts in Arab. Soon after the sandstorm abated, the camel caravan found out that they were lost in the vast Arabic desert with their food running low. A few days passed by and soon they were too weak to even walk as a result of starvation. Then out of the blue, they came upon a bunch dates palm trees in front of them. They were saved.
They feast their hungry stomachs upon the dates from the palm tree, and found it to be surprisingly tasty and sweet as if honey. There on they called it the "Honey Dates". They were saved by the dates and gave praise to the dates palm tree as a "Life-saving Tree", and called the fruit "KurmaAjwa".
Such is the reputation of the dates; it is even synonym as the "Phoenix" (scientific name: Phoenix Dactylifera) - the implication of rebirth from the burning ashes and eternal life. Even in the "Compendium of Herbal", it was recorded that the dates as "Wulouzi" which is capable to assist in breathing, eliminate phlegm and coughing, improve weak body, rejuvenate and radiant the skin as well as improving one's fitness.
In the Arab lands, the locals behold the dates as a source of life. This fruit not only can be eaten raw, it can also be processed into sauce, sugar, vinegar and vine. Even the juice obtained directly from the date palms can be drunk directly or it can be fermented for consumption later on. In fact, the dates are very rich in protein, minerals and fat. Statistically, it is proven that with the regular consumption of dates, it is capable in reducing the risk of developing cancer and heart diseases.
MC Ocean had developed Al-Kurma, which is a concoction of fresh date fruits and dried date fruits by means of advanced fermentation technology. As such through the fermentation process, the nutrients contained within are processed into smaller molecules that can be easily digested and absorbed by the body.
The Prophet of Islam, Nabi Mohammed, had believed that this date fruit contains therapeutic properties. Regular consumption of the dates for pregnant women during the antenatal and postnatal brings about great benefits. Not only it is healthy for the mother and the fetus, but it also helps the control of the blood pressure as well as preventing maternal vaginal bleeding.
Ancient Arabians believed that some of the many benefits from the regular consumption of date were that it could strengthen the liver and moisturize the throat. Modern medical research has proven that dates are able to help to protect the gums, treat stomach ailments, cure diarrhea, and assist with the healing of wounds. The date juice is even considered as the effective elixir, capable of strengthening the muscles and bones of men and also maintaining the eternal youth of women.
Al-Kurma uses the date palm fruit which is a renowned by the world for its valuable supplement of nutrients. This breakthrough development has allowed the traditional intake of the fruit in a convenient way. Now, despite that the dates are only available seasonally; the fermented and bottled Al-Kurma will allow you to enjoy the healthy drink anytime anywhere.
Arabian often told of a proverb, "When facing the enemy, as brave as the tiger; when meeting with friends, as sweet as dates". For a daily health regimen, let's drink Al-Kurma for a stronger body and youth full of vitality.
