Fresh and dried fruits are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Figs are often used to strengthen the body, the benefits and harms to the body are incomparable. Negative consequences from the use of fruit are extremely rare, and beneficial features can help the body in the fight against various ailments.

What is useful figs? Figs are very useful for the human body suffering from cardiovascular diseases. Due to the high content of potassium, the walls of blood vessels are strengthened, and the heart muscle works more stably, which allows not only to eliminate unpleasant symptoms, but also to prolong a person's life.

It should also be noted that problems with blood vessels and large veins lead to various kinds of diseases in both women and men, in the solution of which the use of healthy fig fruits also helps.

What is useful figs during pregnancy

The use of fruits during pregnancy is permissible in the absence of individual intolerance to the product. The vitamins and minerals contained in the fruits will allow a woman to refuse the use of vitamin complexes of synthetic origin and provide the developing fetus with everything necessary for its growth and full development.

Important! Figs are the most useful in fresh, dried fruits can provoke excessive weight gain in a young mother.

The benefits of figs during lactation

Important! Excessive intake of figs breastfeeding can provoke the development of increased gas formation and colic in the newborn. It can also be dangerous for women, as lactostasis can develop.

The benefits of figs for potency in men

vascular obstruction, heart failure and increased arterial pressure can lead to dysfunction of the male reproductive organs. In order to prevent the pathological process, it is necessary to consume figs with milk and saffron daily. This blend is specially designed for men.

The use of fruit allows you to save a man from physical and emotional overstrain, and also prevents the development of heart attacks, strokes and thrombosis.

Fruit for kids

In the absence of individual intolerance, sweet fruits can be given to children from the age of 6. The healing qualities of the fruit will help support an actively growing children's body and give strength to comprehend new skills and knowledge.

The folic acid contained in the product contributes to the normal functioning of the child's immune and nervous systems, as well as the hematopoietic system.

How much fruit should you eat? To provide all the necessary nutrients, it is enough for a child to eat a couple of figs per day.

What is useful dried figs

Many people like to use dried figs, the benefits of this product are the same as those of fresh ones, only its use should be carried out in moderation. By reducing the amount of moisture, dried fruit has a high calorie content and a higher sugar content.

Daily consumption of several dried fruits can significantly slow down the progression of cataracts and other diseases of the organs of vision.

Decoctions made from dried fruits allow you to fight coughs of various etiologies in both adults and children over 6 years old. The usefulness of the drink is complemented by pleasant taste.

dried figs benefits

Dried figs (the benefits of the product are not lower than those of fresh ones) have a high concentration of antioxidants that prevent the development of cancer cells. Dry fruits are tied to disturbing areas of the skin and left for a while in order to slow down or prevent the process of malignancy.

Completely dried fruits do not lose their beneficial properties and can be used for the same purposes as dried or fresh fruits. But you should take into account the high calorie content of the product and use it in moderation.

Fig jam - benefits for humans

Figs are a source of fast carbohydrates, which allows you to quickly satisfy your hunger. Fig jam allows you to get a quick feeling of fullness, as well as:

1. Get rid of colds. The high content of vitamin C helps to strengthen the body, normalize the immune system and give the body the strength to fight viruses and infections. Fig tea during a cold can lower body temperature and speed up the healing process.
2. Remove excess fluid from the body. The pronounced diuretic effect of the fruit allows you to remove excess fluid from the body, removing puffiness. The systematic use of fig jam allows you to get rid of urolithiasis and other pathologies of the urinary system.
3. For weight loss. The use of sweet fruits instead of confectionery will allow you to get rid of those extra pounds that bother you, without denying yourself the use of goodies.
4. Get rid of constipation. Fig extract is used in herbal medicines to combat constipation. Fig jam has the same properties, is not addictive and can effectively fight even chronic constipation. An infusion for the intestines can also be prepared from fresh fruits.
5. To get an energy boost. Substances contained in fruits can give the body energy and improve mood. Jam syrup added to tea will improve the functioning of the immune system, normalize digestion and prevent the development of depression.

Interesting fact! Jam syrup is used not only as food, but also as a local remedy for inflammatory processes on the skin and muscle pain.

Sweet fruit, how to use it?

Figs can be used in different ways and each recipe will benefit the body. Most often, the product is used as food, but in some cases it is used to prepare products for external use.

Ways to use figs:

1. Fig leaves for skin itching. A decoction prepared on the basis of fig leaves allows you to get rid of allergic itching on the skin.
2. Dried figs for thyroid. To restore the functioning of the thyroid gland, it is necessary to brew 3 fruits with a glass of boiling water at night, and in the morning drink the infusion and eat one fruit before each meal.
3. Infusion of figs in kidney disease. Due to the diuretic properties, figs filled with boiling water at night are able to normalize the functioning of the kidneys. Both berries and infusion should be consumed.
4. Antiseptic. The pulp of fresh fruits should be applied to warts, ulcers or inflamed areas of the skin or mucous membranes. This allows you to remove inflammation, get rid of external defects and eliminate pain.
5. Oil with figs. What are the benefits of figs for skin and hair? Figs in olive oil can be used as a remedy for irritations on the skin and scalp. To do this, it is enough to insist crushed fruits in oil for several days.
6. Syrup. To prepare the syrup, it is necessary to boil the fruit with sugar for some time. You can use the fruits themselves, but the syrup has a brighter effect. The medicine helps to get rid of pain during menstruation. female bleeding and in diseases of the urinary system. The syrup helps children cope with colds, constipation and loss of appetite. How to use with menopause? Daily use of several tablespoons of syrup can eliminate the unpleasant manifestations of menopause.
7. Figs with milk. Figs with cough milk, the most effective way to cure the disease even when taking pharmacological agents is contraindicated, for example, during pregnancy. One fruit boiled in a glass of milk effectively fights cough in both children and adults. Also, a similar drink helps fight anemia and general exhaustion of the body.

Before being treated with the presented recipes, you should visit a specialist.

Negative consequences

Fruits have a beneficial effect on the body, but with an irrational approach, you can harm the body. You should not consume sweet fruits for people who have:

• inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• peptic ulcer of the stomach or duodenum;
• gout;
• pancreatitis.

In some cases, when eating a fruit, an allergic reaction may occur. Allergies are more common in children preschool age, therefore, contraindications should be added childhood up to 6 years old.

How to take with diabetes? Due to the high sugar content, you should not eat fruit with diabetes, but you can use fig seed oil, as it has medicinal properties.

Proper use of fruits will support the body even in difficult periods. If in the process of eating fruits there are unpleasant symptoms, you should consult a doctor for treatment.

Fig fruits and leaves have long been used as a medicine in traditional medicine. Fresh figs are recommended for quick recovery of cardiac activity when the heart muscle is weakened, as a hematopoietic agent for anemia, and also for reducing excess acidity in gastrointestinal diseases. It is used for hypokalemia and for diseases of the cardiovascular system, when potassium is also needed.

Fig fruit and condensed fruit juice are used for cardiovascular diseases, anemia and loss of strength. The thick extract is a dark brown slurry with a fragrant odor and pleasant taste. It has a moderate diuretic effect. So, for example, in patients with decompensation of the cardiovascular system, urination increased up to 50%. The recommended dose is -100 g once a day (in the morning). Since the drug is very nutritious and has no side effects, it can be taken for a long time.

Fig seedlings also have an expectorant and emollient effect. In Renaissance Europe, there was a whole collection of fruits used for "chest diseases." In our modern understanding, these are bronchitis, tracheitis, and even tuberculosis and pneumonia. This nutrient-expectorant composition included dry fruits of grapes, figs, jujube and dates in equal parts. The calorie content of this mixture, as you can see, is huge, but with debilitating and prolonged illnesses, this is exactly what is needed.

In Central Asia, they are boiled with milk and used for coughs, whooping cough, and also as an emollient for pain in the chest, throat and colds. French medicine uses cough syrup. It is prepared as follows: 500 g of figs are boiled in 1 liter of water. After they boil, add 250 g of honey and (optionally) 250 ml of good cognac. All mix and store in the refrigerator in a well-closed container. Apply 1 tablespoon 3-4 times a day for coughs and other colds.

And here is the recipe for “coffee” from figs, which is prepared as follows: dry fruits ground into powder are brewed like real coffee at the rate of 1-2 teaspoons per 1 glass of water. Drink warm in small sips with colds. This drink got its name from the coffee-like color. The invigorating effect here, of course, is not provided for by the chemical composition, but there are quite a lot of calories.

With gastritis in Serbian folk medicine, the following recipe is recommended: For 1 liter of olive oil, take 20 g of St. John's wort and 10 pcs. fig fruits (grind), leave for 40 days; in the morning, drink the protein of one egg, and after half an hour, take a tablespoon of the prepared mixture.

In medicine, preparations based on dried fruits, primarily prunes and figs, are used to improve intestinal motility in elderly and senile people suffering from constipation on this soil. The combined drug "Re-gulax" was produced in the GDR in the form of fruit cubes of 8.4 g each containing the pulp of fig fruits, senna leaves and fruits, vaseline oil. The domestic complex preparation "Kafiol" is produced in the form of dark brown briquettes with a peculiar fruity smell and taste. This preparation also contains the pulp of the fruits of figs and plums, leaves and fruits of senna (cassia holly) and vaseline oil. It has a laxative effect and is prescribed internally for constipation, especially persistent, 1-2 briquettes per night, and the briquettes are chewed and washed down with a small amount of water. In children's medical practice, fig fruit syrup is used as a mild laxative.

At home, with constipation, the following recipe is recommended. Take 0.5 kg of dry figs and plums, pour 3 liters of water, boil until it evaporates to 2.5 liters; drink 100 g before and after meals and eat a few plums and pieces of figs. The rest of the decoction and thick to take a little during the day and the next day. Option: boil 0.5 kg of figs for 30 minutes in 1.5 liters of water, drink this decoction every 2 hours for 100 g, and eat figs.

Contraindications. There is a lot of fiber in figs, so you should not use it for acute inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, and because of sugar - for diabetes. It is also contraindicated for gout, since it contains a lot of oxalic acid (up to 100 mg%).

The diuretic properties of figs have been known for a long time. It has been used to improve digestion and as a means to increase urination, especially in gout, which is associated with impaired uric acid metabolism.

At present, decoctions and jams from figs are taken in folk medicine as a diaphoretic and antipyretic affinity. A decoction of inflorescences boiled in milk or water (2 tablespoons of dry inflorescences per 1 glass of milk or water) is considered a good remedy for gargling with sore throat, hoarseness and dry cough, and as an expectorant - for oral administration with tracheitis and bronchitis. The same decoction is drunk half a cup 2-4 times a day for diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract. Sometimes a decoction of figs is advised to drink with gastritis, constipation. Outwardly, a decoction is used for poultice with abscesses, flux, etc. Sometimes, to speed up ripening, fresh or soaked dried fruits are applied to abscesses.

The steamed fruit is an excellent compress for an abscess on the gums and gumboil. Similarly, half of the steamed fruit can be applied to any suppuration, boil or carbuncle.

Recently, figs have been widely used in the pharmaceutical industry. "Ficin" has a fibrinolytic effect and is used to treat thrombosis. From the milky juice of the leaves, the drug Furoden is obtained, recommended in the treatment of leukoderma.

Infusion of fig leaves helps with bronchial asthma and kidney disease. An aqueous decoction of the leaves of young branches is used as an antihelminthic, and fresh fig leaves are applied to boils. In the folk medicine of Armenia, tincture of leaves on vodka is drunk for malaria.

In medical practice, the drug "Psoberan" from fig leaves is approved for use. It contains a mixture of furocoumarins and has a photosensitizing ability (increases skin sensitivity to ultraviolet rays), enhancing pigment formation in the skin. It is prescribed for the treatment of skin diseases - vitiligo and alopecia areata. You-let in tablets and in the form of an alcohol solution.

In Armenian folk medicine, when coughing, as well as diarrhea, they use a decoction of dried leaves of a fig tree. In Georgia, a decoction of a mixture of fig leaves and nettle is given for dysentery. The milky juice of figs is used to treat wounds and remove acne. Fig seeds are known as a laxative - for constipation, a single dose of 10-15 g of seeds is prescribed.

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Surely everyone has heard about the beneficial properties of figs. It has many names, the most common being “fig”, “vin berry” and “fig”. A fig tree, also known as a fig tree, is a fruit-bearing shrub tree that produces juicy, sweet and fragrant fruits. The color and shape of the fruits of this plant depends on the variety, of which there are more than 600.

The chemical composition of figs is so unique that it can be considered truly “ tree of paradise". Healing properties have been known since ancient times and traditional medicine effectively uses this plant to treat various diseases. The fruits of the fig tree are one of the strongest aphrodisiacs, which made the plant very popular. Figs are used in cooking to make jams, jams and drinks. Used dried and fresh.

Fresh figs are low in calories, which is why they are often included in various diets. There are only 54 kcal per 100 g of product. It is also very useful in its chemical composition, as it contains a huge amount of various vitamins and minerals necessary for the body. Black fig fruits are excellent antioxidants.

Figs contain:

• Vitamins: Beta Carotene and B2; B1 and PP; WITH; A; E; AT 4; AT 5; AT 6; AT 9;
• Trace elements: Copper; Iron; Manganese; Selenium; Zinc;
• Macronutrients: Sodium; Phosphorus; Magnesium; Calcium; Potassium; Sulfur;
• Sugars, starches and dextrins;
• Pectins and fiber;
• Fatty acids (Omega-3,-6) and organic.

The dried product is healthier, because with the disappearance of water, chemicals are more concentrated. In dried fruits, the calorie content also increases significantly: per 100 g of the product ranges from 250 to 350 Kcal. The berry is saturated with iron, which is 17.8% of the available nutrients.

Useful properties of figs

It is recommended to use fig berries for absolutely all persons, regardless of gender and age. Packed with important vitamins and minerals, this product helps to positively influence the body's metabolism and improve the immune system.

Studies have shown that the fruits of the plant can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. Nutritionists advise women to include figs in their diets to maintain vitamin and mineral balance.

Gynecologists and sexologists recommend that women consume figs, as it affects the pathogenic microflora of the genitals caused by the fungus. Helps to normalize get rid of pain during the menstrual period, is a wonderful natural aphrodisiac.

Very useful in the perinatal period. It helps to get rid of toxicosis and supply the body of the expectant mother and baby with the necessary macro and microelements and vitamins.

Fig berries contain melanin, which contributes to the acquisition of an even, beautiful tan in the summer and helps get rid of vitiligo.

men fig brings great benefits. The macronutrients magnesium and zinc have a positive effect on reproductive health. Increase libido and help fight premature ejaculation.

The amino acids included in the composition help in maintaining good physical shape with sports training.

Research in cardiology suggests that men are more at risk of developing cardiovascular problems. Figs contain a high concentration of potassium and magnesium, which helps to minimize the risks. Normalizes blood pressure and reduces the amount of "bad" cholesterol.

Both in men and women Figs improve digestion. A significant fiber content, relieves constipation, bloating pain. Helps stabilize sugar levels. Fig fruits should be consumed moderately: 3-4 pieces per day.

The antioxidant properties of fig fruit prevent damage to DNA cells and reduce the risk of developing cancerous tumors.

Figs are a natural antiseptic. The plant protects the genitourinary organs from pathogenic microbes and infections, has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects in ARVI and acute respiratory infections.

It is used as an enterosorbent. Pectin contained in figs removes heavy metals and radionuclides from the body. Cleanses the hematopoietic system. Reduces cholesterol levels.

Vitamins C, E, A and the carotenoids in figs help improve vision and may halt the development of cataracts.

children it is recommended to eat fresh figs to strengthen the immune system, in order to prevent colds. Helps prevent anemia and liver problems. Very useful for improving digestion. Dentists say that children who eat the product in their diets suffer less from gum disease and dental problems.

How much can you eat a day?

Figs are a tasty, healthy vitamin fruit, but they should not be eaten too much. Especially when dry. Excessive consumption may cause harm to health instead of the expected benefits.

For an adult daily rate dried figs - 4-5 berries, 50 grams. Fresh fruits can be eaten three times more, due to the water content, sugars and active substances are not so strongly concentrated and they are less caloric.

For children there are separate recommendations for the use of figs. Fresh figs are introduced into the diet from about a year. You can eat 2-3 fruits per day. It is not always possible to find fresh figs, the berries are soft and begin to deteriorate quickly. Most often found in dried form.

It is necessary to introduce dried fruit into the diet carefully. Starting with ¼ fruit soaked in boiling water. There are figs with a break of 1-2 days, so that there is no load on the baby's digestive tract. More than one berry should not be given to children under three years of age.

The benefits of figs during pregnancy

Figs during pregnancy are a very valuable product. It can perfectly satisfy sugar cravings without adding weight like confectionery. At correct use figs, the expectant mother and baby will receive the necessary vitamins and minerals.

For a pregnant woman, figs can be of great benefit based on their medicinal properties.

The benefits of figs during pregnancy:

• Outputs ;
• Stabilizes blood pressure;
• Relieves stress and fatigue;
• Stimulates brain activity;
• Improves the functioning of the hematopoietic system, increases the level of hemoglobin;
• Reduces varicose manifestations;
• Improves the digestive system, eliminates constipation;
• Removes swelling and toxicosis, cleansing the body of toxins;
• Helps with colds;
• Permanently eliminates the feeling of hunger.

Smokva allows you to strengthen immunity during pregnancy, but with certain chronic diseases and features of bearing a child, you can not use figs. May cause irreparable harm if used inappropriately.

Refrain from eating figs if you have diseases:

• Individual intolerance;
• Allergy of any nature;
• Diabetes;
• Pathologies of the liver, kidneys and gastrointestinal tract;
• Obesity;
• Hyperuricemia.

Nutrition during pregnancy plays an important role in the formation of the child. You should be careful about the products you buy. Because figs are an exotic and perishable fruit, chemicals are used when transporting fresh berries to keep them fresh. It is better to turn to dried fruits. You should not eat more than 2-3 berries a day, it is recommended to drink water for better absorption. The fig goes well with sour-milk products.

In alternative medicine, figs are very popular as a source of vitamins, macro- and microelements to combat various ailments. Based on the active substances that make up the chemical composition of the plant, drugs are created that affect the hematopoietic system. For example, essential oils figs contribute to blood thinning, it is enough to eat 1 berry a day.

Compresses and rinses are made from fresh figs. They have an excellent anti-inflammatory effect and help fight bacterial diseases.

A decoction of fig fruits drink with colds. He cleanses Airways and lowers the temperature. From fresh and dried berries, jams and compotes are cooked, useful for colds and weakened immunity.

Fig leaf decoction helps to destroy pathogenic microflora in the intestines with colitis, dysentery and other intestinal diseases.

Juice from fresh fig leaves and unripe fruits - an excellent cosmetic product recommended by traditional healers. They treat skin lesions, wounds and microcracks. Juice helps with acne, removes warts, brightens birthmarks. Promotes the fastest maturation of abscesses.

Fig wine helps to increase the amount of breast milk, helps with chronic cough, chest pain and tumors in the lungs.

For colds and flu

In diseases of acute respiratory viral infections and acute respiratory infections with high temperature traditional healers recommend using decoction of dried figs. To do this, follow the recipe:

• Grind 1 tbsp. fig berries;
• Pour 0.5 liters of boiling water;
• Boil over low heat for 10 minutes;
• Strain;
• Take half a glass 4 times a day.

Relieves congestion and chest pain figs with milk. For cooking, you need to take 4-5 figs and pour 250 ml of warm milk. Insist 10-15 minutes. Grind everything in a blender into a single mass. Drink half a glass 2-4 times a day.

Fig Berry Vitamin Blend with Honey and Cinnamon helps with sputum discharge, reduces runny nose and translates a dry cough into a wet one. For cooking you will need:

• Grind in a blender 300 g of fresh figs;
• Add 250 ml of honey and 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon;
• Mix everything thoroughly;
• Use 1 tsp. 3 times a day.

For the cardiovascular system

Traditional healers note that people of middle age and over 65 years of age should include figs in their diet. At this age, body problems and diseases of the cardiovascular system and blood pressure begin to appear, and figs are incredibly useful in view of the vitamins, micro and micro elements they contain.

Figs are used in the prevention of angina pectoris, thrombophlebitis, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypertension and anemia. Several dried or fresh fruits should be consumed daily.

Can cook vitamin mixture of honey, figs and walnuts, which has a beneficial effect on the hematopoietic system and increases the body's immunity. It is necessary to grind 200 g of fresh or dried figs in a blender. Add 250 ml of honey and 3-4 peeled nuts to it. Mix everything thoroughly and consume 1 tsp. 3-4 times a day.

In violation of venous blood flow in the lower extremities juice is prepared from fresh figs. Several fruits are crushed with a blender. Strain and squeeze through cheesecloth to obtain juice. The resulting juice is diluted with water 2:1 and taken 100 ml 2-4 times a day.

For diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

For diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, traditional medicine recommends using decoctions of leaves and roots and jam. Figs are prohibited for use in acute inflammatory processes in the gastrointestinal tract and the body.

Fig seeds used as a laxative. They can be taken with constipation, 10-15 pieces once.

For constipation, you can cook decoction of fig berries. To do this, pour 7-8 dried figs into 250 ml of water and boil over low heat for 20 minutes. Top up the evaporated volume of water to the initial volume. Pour into the decoction 1 tbsp. sugar, add the juice of half a lemon and 1 tsp. ground ginger. Take 2-3 tbsp. 30 minutes before meals for 2 weeks.

For diseases of the liver and gallbladder

In diseases of the liver and gallbladder, it is recommended to use fig juice or compote and consume it raw and dried. Fig berries cleanse the body of toxins accumulated in the liver. Eating figs can restore liver cells and suppress inflammation. It is good to use figs for the treatment of cholecystitis, biliary dyskinesia and cholelithiasis to remove stones.

To cleanse the liver and gallbladder it is recommended to use fig puree. It should be 4-5 berries pour 0.5 liters of boiling water and boil for 5-10 minutes, chop and take 2 tbsp. 3 times a day.

Together with complex therapy with cirrhosis do medicine made from fig leaves and sugar. To do this, grind 4-5 fig leaves and grind with 50 g of sugar until smooth. Take 2 times a day for 1 tsp. The course is designed for two weeks.

For the urinary system

To cleanse the urinary system, folk healers recommend introducing figs into the diet. In acute inflammations (cystitis or urethritis), figs help relieve symptoms and remove the infection from the bladder and urinary canals. The product removes sand and stones from the kidneys (not of oxalate origin).

Fig medicine for cystitis prepared according to the recipe:

• 4-5 figs pour 1 tbsp. boiling water.
• Boil over low heat for 5-10 minutes.
• The fruits are ground into a puree with a blender.
• Use mashed potatoes half an hour before eating 2-3 tbsp.

The medicine has a diuretic effect and eliminates pain.

The use of figs in cosmetology

In cosmetology, fig extract is widely used. The vitamin composition of figs is able to restore, soften the skin and get rid of age spots. The sugars and polysaccharides included in the composition moisturize the skin, and ficin promotes the regeneration of the skin.

Based on the extract of fig berries, cleansing scrubs and masks, refreshing and rejuvenating face creams are created. It effectively eliminates the signs of aging, smoothes wrinkles and evens out complexion, improves cell microcirculation and fortifies the skin.

Regular use of fig eye cream will help get rid of dark circles under the eyes and puffiness.

Fig berry extract is used in the production of balms and hair masks as a tonic. Effective against hair loss, has a beneficial effect on strengthening the roots and hair growth. Adds shine and smoothes the hair cuticle.

For hair strengthening mask necessary:

• Take 2 dry chopped figs;
• Pour 250 ml of milk;
• Boil and cook over low heat, stirring until a homogeneous mass is obtained;
• Cool the mixture;
• Apply to the scalp with light massage movements;
• Wrap the head with a film and tie with a terry towel;
• Keep an hour, rinse with shampoo.

To prepare rejuvenating mask for a face with figs, it is necessary to pour 25 g of dry figs into 250 ml of boiling water. Infuse for 1.5 hours and strain. Wipe the face with the resulting liquid twice a day.

Another variant rejuvenating mask prepared on the basis of fig berries, apple and banana as follows:

• Grind 2 tbsp in a blender. fatty cottage cheese, 1 egg and 2 pieces of figs, 1 banana and a sour small apple without peel;
• Add 20 ml of peach oil and 10 drops of vitamin E oil solution to a homogeneous mass;
• Apply the mask on the neck, face and décolleté for 30 minutes;
• Procedures are carried out three times a week for two months.

Contraindications and harm

Figs, despite their beneficial properties, can cause serious allergic reactions. Moreover, allergic pathology can occur suddenly and develop extremely quickly. This applies to dry figs, in which high level fiber and fructose. Fresh fruits rarely cause allergic reactions, but can lead to food poisoning due to chemical treatment before being transported for sale.

If a person suffers from acute inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract or allergies of any etymology, figs can enhance pathological processes.

Figs should not be consumed by people suffering from:

• Individual intolerance to any of the constituent substances;
• Hereditary allergy to figs;
• Acute inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, for example, enteritis;
• diabetes mellitus;
• Gout and pancreatitis;
• obesity;
• Oxalate kidney stones;

When overeating dried fig fruit or ingesting one of the allergens, the following reactions may occur:

• Skin rashes and itching;
• Eye redness and rhinitis;
• Muscle spasms;
• Diarrhea;
• Labored breathing;
• Headache;
• Swelling of the nasopharynx;
• Quincke's edema or anaphylactic shock.

Children may have the same manifestations of an allergic reaction to fig berries as adults.
Babies can get an allergen with breast milk. May cause hyperactivity, anxiety, or vice versa lethargy and drowsiness.

Figs are the fruits of a fig tree, or fig tree, the very one whose leaves helped the progenitors of mankind Adam and Eve to cover their nakedness.

But not only this became famous fig tree.

For my long history it did a lot of good. The benefits and harms of figs have been known to people since ancient times.

For example, the soldiers of Alexander the Great, going to distant lands, always hung a bag with dried figs on their belts. They knew that crushed fig gruel would help heal wounds quickly, and after a hard fight or transition, just a few fruits would relieve fatigue.

Useful properties and contraindications of figs are due to its vitamin and mineral composition. The fruits of the fig tree are surprisingly tasty, but they are not stored for a long time. Therefore, most often you can see figs in dried (dried) form. But even in this form, it does not lose its properties, but even acquires new ones.

The fruits of the fig tree are surprisingly tasty, but they are not stored for a long time. Therefore, most often you can see figs in dried (dried) form. But even in this form, it does not lose its properties, but even acquires new ones.

This table shows how the value of dried fruits grows.

After drying, the content of macro- and microelements in figs increases significantly - manganese, copper, selenium, zinc and others:

• sodium in it is 10 times (!) More than in fresh;
• almost 3 times more potassium;
• calcium increases by about 5 times,
• magnesium in 4,
• iron 3 times

Therefore, to replenish phosphorus, it is better to eat fresh fruits. And in terms of useful properties and potassium content, dried figs are second only to nuts.

In terms of the amount of iron, the fruits of the fig tree surpass the most powerful supplier - the apple.

Useful properties and contraindications of fresh figs largely depend on the concentration of vitamins. So, fresh and dried fig contains:

• vitamin C,
• nicotinic acid, beta-carotene,
• thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), vitamin E.

Figs also contain:

• organic acids
• pectins and enzymes.

The plaque that appears on dried fruits contains fructose, glucose, lysine, aspartic acid, asparagine, and some citric and malic acids.

Useful properties of fresh and dried figs

Its use in fresh or dried form helps:

• recover quickly,
• improve digestion, help the heart, liver and stomach,
• cure cough and sore throat,
• have a laxative effect
• save from poisoning by helping the kidneys and liver remove toxins.

Fresh fig pulp:

• can cure fungal diseases,
• strengthens the bones
• beneficial effect on the skin, reduce blood sugar.

Fresh juice helps with anemia, increasing the level of hemoglobin in the blood.

Dried figs will make up for the lack of vitamins and other substances necessary for normal human life. It is impossible to overestimate its role in the treatment of the cardiovascular system.

The benefit of fresh figs is that it eliminates tachycardia. And due to the content of ficin, it thins the blood, reduces the amount of "bad" cholesterol and reduces the risk of atherosclerosis and thrombosis.

Therefore, its use is a good prevention of coronary heart disease, reduces the risk of heart attack and hypertension.

For treatment, both the fruits of the fig tree and infusions (decoctions) of them are used. Infusions have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic effect, regulate metabolic processes. Especially good infusions of figs in milk.

Preparing them is quite easy:

• you need to pour 40 g of dried fruits with one glass of water or milk,
• wait 5-6 hours until the fruits give milk all their strength,
• and drink during the day in small portions.

This infusion is very useful for colds - it reduces the temperature and has a diaphoretic effect. It also has a therapeutic effect in case of a diseased liver or spleen.

The medicinal properties of figs are used for the treatment and prevention of urolithiasis and cystitis. In this case, the roots and leaves of the fig tree are used as an astringent. The milky juice of the fig tree removes sand from the kidneys and heals purulent wounds and tumors that do not heal for a long time.

For older people, fig helps to cope with fragility and fragility of bones, improve vision, increase tone and overall well-being.

The use of figs significantly reduces the likelihood of developing diabetes, atherosclerosis and thrombophlebitis.

All of the above is already quite enough to take its rightful place among the most useful fruits, but the benefits of figs are not limited to this.

What is useful figs for men?

The beneficial properties of figs for men are that the active substances contained in the sweet fruit effectively cope with impotence. Wine berry (another name for this fruit) - natural and very effective method the fight against sexual weakness in men.

In the East, it has long been eaten as a means of increasing potency at any age.

It is enough to soak 2 fruits in a glass of warm milk and leave overnight, and in the morning drink the infusion and eat the pulp.

Figs will help to defeat such an unpleasant male disease as prostatitis.

In folk medicine, the following recipe is used:

1. You need to take 5 fruits and pour them with a glass of hot water.
2. Mix thoroughly, insist a little and drink this drink twice a day for? glass half an hour before meals.

Treatment is carried out for one month, the course can be repeated if necessary after 2-3 weeks.

What benefits can figs bring to women?

Women are usually very concerned about being overweight and often resort to various dubious means to lose weight. But there is an absolutely safe and effective way to get rid of extra pounds without grueling diets, chemicals and painful exercises.

Only 2-3 fruits a day - and after a while the body will acquire the desired lightness and harmony.

The beneficial properties of figs used for weight loss are determined by the calorie content of fresh fruits. It was said above that natural fruits contain much fewer calories, so fresh figs will be more useful for weight loss.

For body shaping, a diet is suitable when a fasting "fig" day is arranged once a week. On this day, you need to eat 100 g of dried fruits, 1 kg of any raw fruits, 0.5 kg of vegetables and drink 2 liters of fat-free kefir.

Another problem that many lovers of high heels face is varicose veins. If you include several figs in your daily diet, you can avoid unaesthetic protruding veins and preserve the beauty and health of your legs for a long time.

Fig tree fruit syrup will help in the treatment of diseases of the female intimate sphere - it will eliminate such a female nuisance as leucorrhoea (discharge from fungal and other diseases).

Many women use the beneficial properties of figs during pregnancy.

Due to the richness of useful substances, its fruits will support the health of mother and baby with vitamins, macro- and microelements and other substances necessary during this period.

If the expectant mother has a rapid weight gain, then the fig will help to adjust the diet in such a way as to stabilize the weight without harming the child.

Almost every woman in the position faces difficulties in emptying the intestines. The use of figs helps to quickly get rid of the problem, providing a delicate laxative effect.

Useful figs for pregnant women and the fact that it helps to cope with iron deficiency anemia. Just 1-2 fruits daily for breakfast will quickly raise the level of hemoglobin in the blood.

When feeding a child, it is very important that a sufficient amount of calcium enters the woman's body. Unfortunately, with intolerance to milk and dairy products, they have to be replaced with artificial preparations.

Figs in this case will be a useful and tasty alternative. But it should be carefully introduced into the diet of a nursing mother, since this fruit can cause diarrhea and bloating in a child.

The beneficial properties of figs for women also lie in the fact that fig fruits increase lactation, and when mastitis appears, they become a natural remedy. Fruits steamed in milk, if applied to the chest at the site of an abscess, will easily cope with inflammation.

The benefits of figs for a child

Many mothers wonder if it is possible to give these sweet fruits to children. Not only possible, but also necessary, of course, if the child has no contraindications.

What is useful figs for the baby? First of all, figs are an excellent natural vitamin preparation that can replace any purchased vitamin complexes.

Secondly, with colds, fig perfectly replaces medicines. Dried fig drink with milk butter and honey - an excellent natural remedy for any kind of cough.

Syrup made from figs is a very good tonic for babies - it will improve digestion and increase appetite.

In addition, a vase with dried figs instead of sweets can be an excellent substitute for purchased sweets, but one must keep in mind its laxative effect.

If the child has problems with stool, then puree from these fruits normalizes bowel function.

Including figs in the baby's diet should be done gradually, starting with very small amounts and carefully monitoring the reaction of the body.

Summing up, we can say that the range of effects of fig fruits is very wide, so figs and preparations from it are used in the treatment and prevention of many diseases:

• anemia;
• infections;
• fungi;
• oncology;
• musculoskeletal system;
• nervous, cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine systems;
• skin, oral cavity and respiratory organs;

In addition, the fig is used to improve brain function, boost immunity, as an aphrodisiac, and also in the treatment of female and male diseases.

The harm of figs

Fresh figs practically cannot harm the body of a healthy person. But its fruits should not be used for acute diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and gout.

Dried fruits due to their high sugar content are contraindicated in patients with diabetes and are not recommended for those who have excess weight. People with urolithiasis should carefully include it in their diet.

The harm of figs for pregnant women, as well as its benefits, has great importance. During the period of gestation, it is forbidden to eat figs if the woman is gaining weight too quickly, she has gestational diabetes, or she suffers from any kidney disease.

Figs have a minimum of contraindications, but this does not mean that healthy person you can take it in any amount. In everything, you need to observe the measure and common sense - for prevention, 2-4 pieces a day are quite enough.

How to eat and cook figs?

As a means to quickly satisfy hunger, figs are suitable fresh or dried. It is much healthier than sweets, chocolates and other sweets that are often consumed as a snack.

Dried fruits can be consumed like regular dried fruits. However, it is better to pour boiling water over it or hold it for a couple. The second option will help preserve all the benefits of the fruit.

Fresh figs make a delicious dessert when simply sliced ​​and topped with whipped cream or sweet sour cream sauce. And in combination with soft cheese, figs turn into an excellent appetizer that sets off the taste of champagne or white wine.

It goes well with meat and poultry.

For example, stewed pork gives a completely unusual exotic taste and aroma.

If you want something more interesting, then for a festive feast you can bake Greek chicken. She is guaranteed to amaze guests and households.

And to prepare this dish is quite simple:

• marinate chicken legs
• put them in a baking dish
• laying fig slices between pieces of meat,
• and keep in the oven for about an hour.

It turns out that from figs, despite the sweetness inherent in the fruits, they prepare many tasty and healthy dishes with the addition of sugar: jam, jam, marshmallow, compotes or even wine.

Fig jam retains almost all of its beneficial properties and is cooked without much difficulty.

Fig jam has the greatest number of useful properties. For cooking according to classic recipe you will need:

• 1 kg fresh or dried fruits (medium size),
• 1 kg of granulated sugar,
• 300 ml of water and a little citric acid.

Wash the figs, remove the "tails" and pierce each fruit with a toothpick in several places. Then pour water into a pot of water and boil it. Pour the figs into boiling water and cook for 10 minutes.

After that, pull out the fruits and wash them cold water. Dry the figs on a dry towel. While the figs are drying, you need to make a syrup: add sugar to water (300 ml) and put on fire. Cook while stirring until a homogeneous mass is obtained.

Put dried fruits in it and cook for about 40 minutes or a little more (depending on the ripeness of the fruits). At the end of cooking, add citric acid and mix everything thoroughly. Put the jam in sterilized jars.

The benefit of fig jam is that it can be used as a remedy for colds and as a vitamin supplement to the daily diet.

The fruits of the fig tree have a healing effect on the body; it is not for nothing that they have been used in folk medicine since ancient times. But even today, figs have not lost their healing power at all and can serve well for those who prefer to be treated with natural remedies.

Against the background of entirely artificial drugs that cause mass side effects, figs are becoming an almost ideal alternative with beneficial effects on health.

Figs are safe and extremely beneficial if you follow only two rules - do not eat them after 6 pm (otherwise insomnia is guaranteed) and do not consume more than 160 g per day.

One of the most useful fruits is figs (fig, fig, fig). This juicy sweet fruit contains a huge amount of useful vitamins and minerals. In order for the fruit not to harm the body, it is necessary to choose the right fig, as well as to know the healing properties of figs and contraindications.

Useful properties of dried figs

Smokva has a bright amazing taste. Green fruits of the fig tree are whimsical in transportation and storage, so they are often sold in dried form. At the same time, the usefulness of such a product is not inferior to fresh fruit. Many people are often interested in the question, what is dried figs - is it good and bad for the body? This product can improve your mood.

The dried black fig tree holds the record for fiber content, so the consumption of such dried fruit improves the functioning of the digestive tract and guarantees a long feeling of satiety. In addition, the benefits of dried figs are in the content huge amount vitamins and minerals needed by the joints. Dried fruits have the following properties:

• eliminate inflammatory processes;
• help with constipation (a photo of a fig can often be found on laxatives);
• are a prophylactic against colds;
• normalize lung function;
• protect the body from fatigue and stress;
• are a good expectorant;
• help with anemia;
• due to the content of pectin, they contribute to the rapid healing of wounds;
• remove toxins;
• get rid of bad smell from mouth;
• have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the kidneys and the genitourinary system;
• affect the elasticity and firmness of the skin;
• help reduce the risk of chronic cardiovascular disease;
• prevent the development of hypertension.

Dried figs - calories

During the drying of fruits, the ratio of components changes: the number of proteins increases by 5%, the carbohydrate content reaches 70%. The nutritional value figs is 49 kcal per 100 g of product. This is not enough for the body, so you can safely eat fresh figs without worrying about harm to the figure. The calorie content of dried figs is 4 times higher than in a fresh product (214 kilocalories per 100 g). Therefore, for those who want to support themselves in perfect shape, do not get carried away with dried fruit. Although you can’t eat a lot of it, because in dried form, the fig has a sugary taste.

Figs - composition

Dried figs are rich in vitamins and minerals that are needed for the smooth functioning of the body. The most important thing that is interesting about the chemical composition of figs is the presence of potassium. According to the content of this element, the fruit ranks second among the products, behind nuts. Dried figs contain little water and 70% of a calorific agent (sucrose). Dried figs can contain almost the same vitamin and mineral complex as fresh ones. The main components of dried fruit are:

• vitamin PP;
• vitamin A;
• vitamin C;
• vitamins B2, B1, B9;
• potassium;
• iron;
• magnesium;
• sodium;
• calcium;
• alimentary fiber;
• organic acids;
• starch;
• Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids;
• phytosterol;
• antioxidants;
• fats;
• proteins;
• tannins.

What is useful dried figs for women

The use of fig tree fruits is of great importance for the female body. Scientists claim that the beneficial properties of dried figs help women look good. Due to the high content of calcium, you can forget about the poor condition of nails and hair loss. The healing substances contained in the fig have a beneficial effect on health during menstruation. Fig helps to overcome emotional outbursts and relieve pain. In addition, there are such useful properties of dried figs for women:

• due to the high content of folic acid, dried fruit is often prescribed when planning a pregnancy;
• eliminates the inflammatory process in diseases of the genital organs;
• regular use of figs at home helps reduce the risk of varicose veins;
• favors the preservation of the placenta, without harm to the child;
• helps fight anemia.

dried figs during pregnancy

Many women often wonder how dried figs are useful during pregnancy? Dried fig fruit contains a large number of vitamins and minerals needed expectant mother. At the same time, you should eat this fruit correctly so as not to harm your child. In addition, pregnant women with diabetes should eat fig with caution, because. dried fruit contains a lot of sugar. The benefits of dried figs during pregnancy:

• helps to get rid of cough without the use of drugs;
• maintains the required level of vitamins;
• promotes weight loss;
• improves the condition of the blood;
• helps to quickly cope with a cold;
• eliminates digestive problems (disorders, constipation).

dried figs while breastfeeding

When lactating, doctors may advise patients who follow the figure to include fig fruits in their diet, which will be an excellent addition to the diet. Regular use of dried figs during breastfeeding normalizes stools, regulates the salt balance in the body. In addition, new moms who have difficulty with defecation can eat this natural product instead of laxatives. Useful properties of figs for lactating women:

• improves blood circulation,
• increases vascular tone;
• cleanses the body of toxins;
• strengthens nervous system;
• regular intake of fig fruits helps to avoid the development of hemorrhoids, varicose veins, hypertension;
• forms the immune system of the baby;
• improves the quality of milk;
• eliminates swelling.

What is useful dried figs for men

Men are also interested in eating fig fruits, because the main benefit of dried figs is that it enhances male potency, prevents prostatitis and helps to forget about ailments associated with the genitals. In addition, the benefits of dried figs for men are as follows:

• accelerates blood circulation;
• helps to reduce belly fat;
• improves reproductive health;
• lowers cholesterol levels;
• normalizes blood pressure;
• prevents the development of rectal cancer.

Figs - contraindications

Dried wine berry has almost no side effects, its use in rare cases can harm the body. Due to the high calorie content, dried fruit should be used with caution in obesity and obesity. Dried fig is a strong laxative, so you should not eat the fruit before a long trip or an important meeting. As a rule, figs have the following contraindications:

• diabetes;
• acute gastrointestinal diseases (gastritis, colitis);
• pancreatitis;
• inflammation of the stomach;
• gout.

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