Scientists told about the benefits of fresh figs for human health.
The Fig tree serves humanity for 5000 years, and left in the history of civilization is bright, significant marks. This is the same Fig tree of the Bible in the description of the Paradise life of Adam and eve ( “Fig leaf”) in the parable of the barren tree.
Mentioned in the Qur’an, one of the sur is called “the Fig tree”. Buddhists believe that Enlightenment which made Buddha, Prince Gautama, came upon him in a ficus religiosa tree of the same kind, but with inedible fruits. In Ancient Greece these fruits along with grapes were among the major food festivals in honor of the God Dionysus, they were placed in baskets as a symbol of fertility and joy.
Figs is one of the oldest cultivated plants. To Mature this miracle berry starts in the summer and continue to fill with juice almost throughout the autumn. Berry characterized by the presence of a large number of vitamins, has a positive effect on the kidneys and the digestive system. Great for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, reduces tension in blood vessels, it perfectly relaxes, lowers blood pressure and fights against venous insufficiency. And the thing is a unique part of the berry.
According to scientists, the figs contains 11 vitamins, 14 minerals and many other nutrients. The amount of iron in these berries is more than in apples. Also they have a lot of potassium, magnesium and calcium. It is noteworthy that fresh figs contain about 2% alcohol, so in ancient times the Fig was called wine berry and Fig tree.
Doctors say that figs a diuretic effect and is struggling with such illness as rheumatism. The Fig tree is recommended to women as it prevents some women’s diseases. Due to the composition of figs is derived from the body of harmful cholesterol, so figs is an excellent remedy for the prevention of atherosclerosis. Ideal for the diet because it burns calories and also removes hangover, cough and stress.
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