If you want a sinfully-sweet snack to satisfy your sweet tooth, look no further. Dates are loaded with Polyphenols (antioxidants, that protect your body from inflammation). They are high in fiber, potassium, and B-6. Dates are also loaded with minerals like copper, magnesium, calcium, and iron. So in comparison to other empty-calorie snacks, dates win hands down. There is one downside to consuming too many dates, as they are high in carbohydrates. Keeping this in mind, you'll have to eat them in moderation, and pay attention to those macros.