❶ Useful Properties Of Figs

Fig is a subtropical tree with distinctive fruits. It grows in the Crimea, on the coast of the Krasnodar Territory, in the Caucasus and Central Asia. There are about three hundred types of figs, which differ in ripening time, shape and even taste. But regardless of this, the fruits of each have beneficial and healing properties. Location: Location: Fresh figs contain sugars (fructose, glucose and sucrose), proteins, fiber, pectins and organic acids (malic, citric and acetic), vitamins C (ascorbic acid), A, B1 and B2, as well as large a set of trace elements: sodium, potassium, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, ficin, copper and saturated fatty acids.

Modern medicine claims that all the benefits of fig fruits are provided by the substances that make up this plant. On its basis, some medical preparations are made, which are successfully used to treat cardiovascular diseases, thrombosis and thrombophlebitis. The inclusion of figs in the diet is very useful for people whose work is mainly related to mental stress and creativity.

Modern nutritionists consider these fruits to be a creation of nature, because the healing properties of figs are also successfully used in folk medicine for diseases of the intestines and stomach, for gastritis and constipation. Also, figs can improve blood composition: it increases hemoglobin levels and lowers cholesterol. Teas and fruit decoctions are used as antipyretic and diaphoretic. Infusion of figs is an excellent treatment for diseases of the respiratory system, throat, bronchi and maxillary sinuses. For medicinal purposes, it is recommended to use beneficial fruits in a pounded form with warm milk, the effect of this will be maximum.

Figs can also help with poisoning, as it contains substances that stimulate the normal functioning of the kidneys and liver, restore the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Fig syrup acts as a laxative. Pounded fruits into gruel are successfully used for wound healing. It is useful for elderly people to take them, because the regular use of these dried fruits helps to restore strength, strengthen the body and promotes recovery after illnesses.