The fig has a set of names – a fig, fig, a fig. The tree yielding tasty and fragrant fruits in the countries with hot climate grows. Transport fruit it is problematic as they quickly spoil therefore it is rather difficult to find them in sale. But if you had an opportunity to enjoy juicy pulp of a fig, it is necessary to use it as fruits are a source of the unique substances making positive impact on an organism.
Useful properties of a fig and contraindication to the use
Fruits of a fig tree can be different in the size – from walnut to apple. Color of a peel varies from yellow to violet, and pulp, as a rule, possesses a saturated dark pink shade. Time of harvesting is the share of the end of summer – an early autumn. Choosing fruits, it is necessary to pay attention that on them there were no cracks, dents and other deformations. If from fruit the pleasant odor at once drawing attention proceeds, so fruits were collected quite recently, and transportation didn't take a lot of time. The most juicy and fragrant – fresh fig. Useful properties of fruit are numerous:
- quickly satisfies hunger;
- invigorates;
- performs antidepressant functions;
- is febrifuge;
- eliminates deficiency of potassium and iron;
- fills reserves of vitamins and minerals;
- contains many food fibers;
- reduces cholesterol level in blood;
- possesses light laxative and diuretic effect;
- external application of pulp promotes skin healing;
- dilutes blood, protecting from formation of blood clots.
The dried figs which useful properties remain after processing almost in full can replace sweeties therefore it is often included in diets. Only it is necessary to remember that the dried-up fruits very high-calorie – about 215 calories on 100 g.
There are almost no contraindications to the use of fruits of a fig, with care it is necessary to treat fruit only that who suffers from diabetes or has gout. Inflammatory diseases of digestive tract demand consultation with the doctor.
Why it is necessary to eat a fig
Figs are not only vitamin-mineral complex of natural origin, but also excellent tonic. Fruits quickly satisfy hunger, restore forces, don't cause thirst. Also they normalize work of all internals, especially a stomach, kidneys and a liver. During a tonsillitis the fig is mixed with warm milk – it saves from a sore throat and removes inflammation. Even children as febrifuge instead of tablets are recommended to give a fig. Useful properties for men same, as well as for women, with only that difference that the fig fills shortage of potassium, and it is prevention of cardiovascular diseases (heart attacks and strokes) from which men suffer more than women.
Fig at pregnancy
Future mothers at a stage of planning of pregnancy have to include in a diet a fig (of course if there is no individual intolerance or allergic reactions). Fruit is vitamin-rich groups B, folic acid. Bearing the child, women often face locks – the fig at the expense of a lung of laxative effect will help to cope with them. It will protect from catarrhal diseases, a tonsillitis, cough. Dried or fresh fig will help to cope with thirst for sweet besides. Useful properties will be useful for weight loss and during pregnancy – even the small piece of fruit is capable to cause fast feeling of saturation therefore to the woman in situation will easier control the weight.
Buying fresh fig, you remember that it is stored at most 3-5 days therefore try to eat it at once. If there is no opportunity to regale on fresh fruits, replace them with dried figs or fig jam.