The fig is a fruit that contains 80% water, but it also contains a lot of sugar. This makes it a fruit that provides a lot of energy to the cells, which stimulates brain function, concentration and memory. The fig has high levels of vitamins (group B in particular), flavonoids and carotenoids, substances known for their antioxidant properties, high fiber food can have a positive effect on weight management, is therefore recommended to people who diet to lose a few pounds and helps you slow down the rate of digestion and make you feel fuller longer. In addition, it helps you regulate your blood sugar level. The sweetness of the flesh and the crunchiness of the small seeds, beyond this remarkable taste. The fig is also very interesting from a nutritional point of view, and it has many benefits for your health.
Fig Nutritional composition
Figs contain large amounts of calcium and potassium, minerals that are important for healthy bones, the skin and for the proper functioning of many organs. That's why we recommend eating figs, especially for the elderly. They also stimulate the metabolism because they are rich in organic fibers. They are also excellent for cleaning blood vessels ...For each nutrient, the tables provide information on the average quantity * as well as the minimum and maximum quantities * for 100 g net of figs.
Components
|
Qty
|
Min - Max
|
Water
|
79.8 g
|
79.1 - 81.2 g
|
protein
|
0.85 g
|
-
|
lipids
|
0.3 g
|
-
|
Saturated fatty acids
|
0.069 g
|
0.047 - 0.1 g
|
carbohydrates
|
14.3 g
|
12.3 - 16.3 g
|
Sugar
|
14.3 g
|
12.3 - 16.3 g
|
fibers
|
2.63 g
|
2.1 - 2.9 g
|
Vitamins
|
Qty
|
Min - Max
|
Provitamin A Beta carotene
|
85 µg
|
-
|
Vitamin A Equivalent
|
14.17 µg
|
-
|
Vitamin B1
|
0.06 mg
|
-
|
Vitamin B2
|
0.05 mg
|
-
|
Vitamin B3
|
0.4 mg
|
-
|
Vitamin B5
|
0.3 mg
|
-
|
Vitamin B6
|
0.11 mg
|
-
|
Vitamin B9
|
7.5 µg
|
6 - 9 µg
|
Vitamin C
|
2 mg
|
-
|
Vitamin E
|
0.11 mg
|
-
|
Minerals and trace elements
|
Qty
|
Min - Max
|
Calcium
|
39 mg
|
11 - 85.6 mg
|
Copper
|
0.07 mg
|
-
|
Iron
|
0.37 mg
|
-
|
Iodine
|
1.5 µg
|
-
|
Magnesium
|
17 mg
|
-
|
Manganese
|
0.13 mg
|
-
|
Phosphorus
|
22.5 mg
|
14 - 72.2 mg
|
Potassium
|
232 mg
|
-
|
Sodium
|
1 mg
|
-
|
Zinc
|
0.15 mg
|
-
|
Polyphenols
|
Qty
|
Total polyphenols
|
0.37 mg
|
Total polyphenols
|
0.37 mg
|
Fresh figs can be found for a short time of the year, but dried figs are available almost everywhere, in any place during the year, they are in no way comparable to the unique taste and texture a good fresh fig. Deliciously sweet with a texture that combines the elasticity of the skin. Dried figs contain phenol, Omega 3 and Omega 6, more calcium than cow's milk.
Figs of some European varieties are available in autumn while California figs are available from June until September.
In addition,
fig leaves have a significant effect on the triglyceride levels in a person's
system. Fig leaves have an inhibitory effect on triglycerides and lower their
overall number. Triglycerides are other major factors behind various heart
diseases.
Fig Benefits and Medicinal Properties
Healthy reasons why you should eat figs every day:
- - Prevention of Constipation
- - Weight loss
- - Lower Cholesterol
- - Prevention of Coronary Artery Disease
- - Colon Cancer Prevention
- - Protection Against Post menopausal Breast Cancer
- - Good for Diabetic Patients
- - Prevention Of Hypertension
- - Bronchitis
- - Venereal diseases
- - Strengthens Bones
- - Loss of Urinary Calcium
- - Prevention of Macular Degeneration
- - Throat Pain Relief
There is no particular contraindication to regular consumption of figs, except that it should not be abused if you already have a digestion that works well because in excess they may cause intestinal disorders because of their laxative effect. This is even more true if you are not used to eating it.
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