FIGS: This is a fruit native to the Middle East and popularly cultivated in ancient times for its ornamental purpose. It us mentioned in the Bible and many old manuscripts. The plant is drought tolerant allowing it grow in rocks, ravines and cracks. Can be eaten dried or fresh. Fresh figs are delicate so it is often dried to preserve it's state. It is one of the oldest trees in the world. It's unique feature is a bud-like opening called an 'Ostiole' at the top which helps the fruit develop.
NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION
It is high in natural sugars, minerals and soluble dietary fibre. It is low in nutrient has Manganese as an essential mineral. Other minerals found in figs are Magnesium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Copper. Also has a good source of Vitamin A, E & K.
HEALTH BENEFITS
1. FIGS are often recommended and to nourish and tone the intestines because they serve as a laxative due to its high fibre content.
2. The mineral content in figs helps to counteract the urinary excretion of Calcium and Sodium in our normally high salty diets.
3. Figs contain pre-biotics which helps to support pre-existing good bacteria in the gut improving digestive wellness.
4. Figs prevents constipation, prevents Coronart Heart diseases, prevents Hypertension, prevents Breast cancer and controls Diabetes.
5. It has been found that Figs relieves throat pain, Treats Bronchitis, Treats Veneral diseases and Treats Sexual Dysfunction such as Sterility, Endurance and Erectile Dysfunction.
ALLERGIES AND SIDE EFFECTS
Eating too many Figs can cause Diarrhea while the high sugar in figs can cause tooth decay.