People have known about the useful properties of figs since ancient times. Information about this fruit can be found in ancient treatises. Avicenna appreciated the beneficial properties of this fruit.
Publika.az informs that figs are rich in sugars, cellulose, pectin and organic acids. In addition, figs contain very important and useful vitamins – vitamins A, C, B group. Figs are also rich in trace elements – potassium, calcium, iron, copper, phosphorus, zinc, etc.
This rich chemical composition allows figs to be used as a natural medicine for many diseases. So that, This fruit, rich in potassium, is very beneficial for all heart diseases. Potassium strengthens the heart muscle. Iron trace element makes figs very useful for people suffering from anemia. In addition, being rich in iron makes figs very useful for the liver.
Figs dilate blood vessels and consequently regulate blood pressure.
Figs strengthen the walls of the veins and are therefore very beneficial for people with varicose veins. In addition, figs lower the level of “bad” cholesterol in the blood.
Both fresh and dried figs are very good for people suffering from constipation. People who eat a few fresh or dried figs every day will have their intestines working like clockwork.
Figs improve the functioning of the intestines, fight against parasites and harmful bacteria in the intestines.
Figs have anti-cancer properties. Figs cleanse the human body of toxins and slags.
Rich in natural sugars, figs are very useful for people engaged in mental activity. The point is that our brains are already “sweet-loving”.
People suffering from bronchial asthma should not forget about this fruit. Figs have good expectorant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Figs can be used successfully for angina, cough and sore throat. For this, you need to boil a few fresh or dried figs in milk and then drink them warm several times a day.
Fresh figs are not a high-calorie fruit. However, dried figs are considered to be a more caloric product, which should be avoided in case of serious diseases, surgeries, severe weight loss, etc. people who have had it should include it in their diet.
Let us also bring to your attention that it is considered undesirable to take this fruit in case of some diseases (gout, acute gastrointestinal system diseases, kidney stone disease, etc.).
Rich in antioxidants, figs slow down the aging process in the body. This feature of the fruit makes it very interesting for cosmetologists. Various cosmetic masks are made from the fruit. These masks make the skin fresher and softer, well moisturized and nourished.
Mask recipes
If you want to clean and refresh your face, chop a ripe fig fruit into small pieces and keep it on your face for 10-15 minutes and then wash it off with warm water.
Mix 2 figs, 1/2 banana, 2 tablespoons of cottage cheese, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon of peach oil, 10 drops of vitamin E in a blender, and then apply a thin layer to the face, neck, and décolleté. After 20 minutes, remove the mask with a cotton pad soaked in warm water with light movements.
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