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BY DIETICIAN HIRAL RAFALIYA APEX CLINIC
Fig Nutrition Profile
Figs are low on calories. Around 100 grams of fresh figs provide just 74 calories and immensely rich in soluble dietary fibre, essential nutrients and a host of plant compounds that contribute to healing health benefits. Figs are a powerhouse of antioxidant flavonoids which include carotenes, lutein, tannins, chlorogenic acids and vitamins A, E and K which assists in scavenging free radicals and prevents a host of chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes and reduces inflammation.
Moreover, fresh figs are heaped with B complex vitamins like niacin, pyridoxine, folates, and pantothenic acid which acts as co-factors for metabolism.
Dried figs are super-rich in minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, copper, potassium, selenium and zinc. While Potassium aids in balancing the body fluids that regulate blood pressure and heart rate, iron is a vital mineral essential for the formation of red blood cells and overall health.
Figs relieve constipation and improve the overall digestive health. Soak 2-3 figs in water overnight and consume them with honey the next morning, and you can bid goodbye to your constipation woes.
Fiber is great for digestion, and figs are loaded with dietary fiber, which aids healthy bowel movement and relieves constipation. It adds bulk to the stools and promotes their smooth passage through the body. The fiber in figs also treats diarrhea and soothes the entire digestive system.
A high fiber diet is what you need to set your digestive system right, and figs are a must-have as they make you feel full and stop you from overeating.
Improve Heart Health
Figs contain pectin, a soluble fiber that is known to reduce cholesterol levels.
The fiber in figs clears the excess cholesterol in your digestive system and carries it to the bowels to eliminate it.
Figs also contain vitamin B6 that is responsible for producing serotonin. This serotonin boosts your mood and lowers cholesterol.
Dry figs reduce the overall cholesterol as they contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and phytosterols that decrease the natural cholesterol synthesis in the body.
Cure Anemia
Not just the fruit, but the leaves also have benefits for your health. Fig leaves have amazing properties that help regulate your blood glucose levels. According to a study, including fig leaves in the diet helped control the rise in blood sugar post a meal in insulin-dependent diabetics.
You can consume fig leaves in the form of tea. You can boil 4-5 fig leaves in filtered water and drink this as tea. You can also dry fig leaves and grind them to obtain a powder. Add two tablespoons of this powder to a liter of water and boil it. Voila! Your tea is ready!
Choose Fresh Compared to their dried counterparts, fresh figs are lower in calories and sugar." It is anyway not advisable for diabetics to have excess dried fruits as they are more concentrated in terms of sugar.
Prevent Wrinkles
A study found that fig extract had an antioxidative and anti collagenase effect on wrinkled skin and reduced the percentage of wrinkle depth
In another study, it was found that a formulation containing fig fruit extract decreased skin melanin, trans-epidermal water loss, and skin sebum significantly. It also increased skin hydration. Hence, figs could be used as a remedy for hyperpigmentation, acne, freckles, and wrinkles.
Cure Boils And Warts
You can apply a fig directly on the skin to bring down various forms of skin inflammation like boils and abscess. A study found that the latex of the fig tree exhibited antiwart activity. This could be due to the proteolytic activity of the latex enzymes.
make Your Skin Soft And Supple
Figs contain a high amount of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that helps to lighten and even out the skin tone. Blend five figs to get a smooth paste. Add a teaspoon each of powdered oatmeal and milk and half a teaspoon of dried ginger powder to it. Mix well to form a smooth paste. Use this face pack twice a week to get soft and smooth skin.
Benefits of Figs For Hair
Figs are very popular in the hair care industry as their extracts are used to create amazing hair conditioners. These extracts provide moisture to the scalp and help in the detangling of hair. They moisturize the hair without making it heavy or weighed down.
Hair loss usually occurs due to lack of proper nourishment. Figs contain hair-friendly nutrients like magnesium, vitamin C, and vitamin E which promote hair growth. The essential nutrients present in this fruit stimulate blood circulation in the scalp to accelerate hair growth.
Q. How many figs should I eat a day?
A. You should consume 2-3 figs per day.
Q. What is the best time to eat figs?
A. Since the best time to consume dried fruits is in the morning. As for the fresh fruit, there is no specified time.
for diabtes patient: use fresh figs for best results.
BeacaUSE fresh figs are more nutritious than their dry counterparts, so try to include more of them in your diet.
Around 100 grams of fresh figs provide just 74 calories and dried figs provide 249 calories.
2 medium dried figs containing 15 gm carbohydrate
Each serving of dried figs contains 19-26g sugar
The glycemic index of dried figs is 61, which puts it in the moderate category. Compared to dried figs
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