Health Benefits of Consuming Dates 1) Dates are free from cholesterol and contain very low fat. Dates are rich in vitamins and minerals. 2) They are rich source of protein, dietary fiber and rich in vitamin B1, B2, B3 and B5 along with vitamin A1 and C. 3)It helps improve the digestive system as it contains soluble and insoluble fibers and different kinds of amino acids.