HEALTH BENEFITS OF ANJEER

HEALTH BENEFITS OF ANJEER

Figs contain a beneficial nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin B2, calcium, iron, phosphorous, manganese, sodium, potassium and chlorine. Figs are low in fat and sugar.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF ANJEER:

1. PREVENTION OF CONSTIPATION :  Fiber present in anjeer helps promote healthy , regular bowel function and prevents constipation.

2.  WEIGHT LOSS : The fiber in figs also helps to reduce weight and is often recommended for obese  people .

3. LOWER CHOLESTEROL : Figs contain Pectin, which is a soluble fiber. When fiber moves through the digestive system, it basically mops up excess clumps of cholesterol and carries them to the excretory system to be eliminated from the body.

4. PREVENTION OF COLON CANCER : The presence of fiber to stimulate elimination of free radicals and other cancer causing substances , particularly in the colon.

5. PROTECTION AGAINST POST –MENOPAUSAL BREAST CANCER : Fiber content in the figs have been known to protect against breast cancer and after menopause, the hormonal balance in women can often fluctuate.

6. GOOD FO DIABETIC PATIENTS : Figs leaves reduce the amount of insulin needed by diabetic patients who have to regularly take insulin injections. Figs are rich in potassium, which helps to regulate the amount of sugar which is absorbed into the body after the meal.

7. PREVENTION OF HYPERTENSION : Figs are high in potassium and low in sodium , so they are a perfect defense against the appearance and effects of hypertension.

8. RELIEF FOR THROAT PAIN : The high mucilage content in figs helps to heal and protect sore throat . The soothing nature of figs and their natural juices can relieve pain and stress on the vocal chords.

9. STRENGTHENS  BONES : Figs are rich in Calcium. Calcium helps to strengthen bones.

10. SEXUAL WEAKNESS : Figs are known since ages for reducing sexual weakness. Soak 2-3 figs in milk overnight and eat them in the morning to enhance your sexual power. It also helps in gaining weight.

Figs are sweet and soft and their paste is used as a replacement for sugar. Processed figs are used to make pies, pudding, cakes, other bakery products, jam, jellies and preserves.

Precaution: Taking too much fig can cause diarrhea. Dried figs are high in sugar and might cause tooth decay.