Figs (Turkish)

Natural Figs from Turkey

Ingredients: Figs

Benefits of Figs:

Figs are a good source of soluble fiber which helps in keeping you full for longer periods of time and relieves constipation. Figs are rich in Vitamins A, B1 and B2, manganese and potassium, magnesium, copper, iron, and phosphorus. The high level of potassium and low level of sodium gives relief to people with hypertension.

High calcium levels present in figs promote bone health. Its high mucilage content helps to heal and protect sore throats. They remove harmful oestrogen from the body: Excess oestrogen hormone in the body can lead to menopausal problems, ovarian, breast and uterine cancer, weight gain and mood swings. Figs help in the elimination if the excess hormone from our body thereby avoiding the risk of getting the above situations.

Figs contain a type of antioxidant called phenol which helps in reducing the risk of heart diseases and various types of cancer. Get to know about Antioxidant rich foods. Figs are also recommended to people who have iron deficiency