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Figs Health Benefits




1. Protecting your Heart:

Figs are excellent sources of potassium that controls blood pressure it’s also loaded with pectin that fights bad cholesterol. Fig leaves lower triglyceride levels in the body, protecting you from heart attacks and strokes. Dried figs contain phenol, omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids that help in lowering the risk of coronary diseases.

2. Achieving healthy weight loss:

Are you suffering at losing weight?
Figs contain dietary fibres and low in calories. High fibre foods keep you full which keeps you full and satisfied for longer period of time, It acts as a natural laxative helping you to eliminating toxins.

3. Digestive Health:

fibers in figs enables it to act as a natural laxative. Thus, it is beneficial for those who are suffering from constipation. It is also known to cure irritable bowel movement. It also contains prebiotics that support the good bacteria in the gut, improving digestion.

4. Fights Cancer:

Fig leaves are known to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. The antioxidants in fig eliminate the free radicals and other cancer causing substance in the body, preventing cancer. It is also known to protect from breast cancer after menopause.
5. Macular Degeneration:

Eating three or more serving of figs daily is known to lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration. It contains high amounts of antioxidants, carotenoids, and Vitamin A, C, and E, that renders better vision.

5. Anti-diabetic Super Properties:

The leaves of figs possess the ability to lower the amounts of insulin needed by the diabetics. Potassium in figs helps to regulate the amount of sugar absorbed after the meals.

6. Stronger and Healthier Bones:

Figs are a good source of calcium that is essential for bone density. Additionally, potassium in figs counteracts the calcium loss caused by high salt diet, preventing the bones from thinning out at a faster rate.

7. Skin care properties:

The high levels of omega 3 fatty acids in figs helps to keep the skin moisturized and well- conditioned. Apply fig paste on the lips to treat cracked and dry lips.
Applying baked fig on the skin helps to treat skin conditions like inflammations, boils, and abscess. It is also beneficial for curing zits and pimples. Apply fig paste on the skin to tighten the pores.
The high levels of vitamin C in figs can help to lighten and even out the skin tone. Make a face mask using fig paste, oatmeal powder and dried ginger powder. Add a few drops of bergamot oil and stir to form a smooth paste. Use this mask thrice a week to get bright skin tone.

8. Hair Benefits of Figs:

Figs are one of the most popular natural ingredients used in the hair care industry. Its extracts are used to create hair conditioners and masks. The extracts condition the hair, preventing breakage. It moisturizes and conditions the hair without weighing it down.
Figs contain nutrients like magnesium, Vitamin A, C and E, which are required for maintaining the health of the hair. These nutrients stimulate blood circulation in the scalp, accelerating hair growth.

15. For Better Collagen Production:

The high amounts of vitamin C contribute to the formation of collagen, a protein which makes the majority of our hair and scalp. Thus, it helps in thwarting loss of hair due to breakage and hair fall.
16. Prevents Premature Greying:

Fig is very beneficial for maintaining the natural color of the hair. It contains copper, a mineral which prevents premature greying.

Dried Figs:
Dried figs are an excellent source of mineral, vitamins and antioxidants.

Nutritional Facts:
Nutrition Value per 100 g.
Principle
Nutrient Value
Percentage of RDA
Energy
74 Kcal
4%
Carbohydrates
19.18 g
15%
Protein
0.75 g
1.5%
Total Fat
0.30 g
1%
Cholesterol
0 mg
0%
Dietary Fiber
2.9 g
7%
Vitamins
Folates
6 µg
1.5%
Niacin
0.400 mg
2.5%
Pantothenic acid
0.300 mg
6%
Pyridoxine
0.113 mg
9%
Riboflavin
0.050 mg
4%
Thiamin
0.060
5%
Vitamin A
142 IU
5%
Vitamin C
2 mg
3%
Vitamin E
0.11 mg
1%
Vitamin K
4.7 µg
4%
Electrolytes
Sodium
1 mg
0%
Potassium
232 mg
5%
Minerals
Calcium
35 mg
3.5%
Copper
0.070 mg
8%
Iron
0.37 mg
5%
Magnesium
17 mg
4%
Manganese
0.128 mg
5.5%
Selenium
0.2 µg
<1%
Zinc
0.15 mg
1%
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene-ß
85 µg
Lutein-zeaxanthin
9 µg



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