Why figs are good for women

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-18 00:05

Figs are also called "fig", "fig" and "wine berry". The fruits are mainly dried, since they are kept fresh for a short time. Consider what are the beneficial properties and contraindications of figs for women.

The composition of the product

The composition of the fruit may vary, since the quality of the fruit is influenced by 2 conditions:

• degree of maturity;
• climatic conditions in which it grew.

Fresh berries contain:

1. Vitamins: B6, B5, A, B9, B2, PP, B1, C, E.
2. Micro and macro elements: iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus.
3. Alimentary fiber.

The calorie content of fresh figs is 55 Kcal, and dried figs - 255 Kcal. 100 g of dried wine berry contains 50% of the daily value of sugar for a healthy person. In fresh figs, the indicators are below only 15%.

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The benefits of figs for women

When taken correctly, the fruits strengthen the immune system, improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and also give the body energy. Figs contain hormones of joy and pleasure, therefore, when eating the fruit, a person's mood rises.

Other beneficial properties:

• prevents the appearance of edema, as it has a diuretic effect;
• favorably affects the condition of the spleen, liver and kidneys;
• normalizes the level of iron in the blood;
• thins thick blood;
• has an antioxidant effect, cleansing the body of harmful substances (free radicals, toxins, toxins, heavy elements);
• prevents the appearance of depression, apathy, strokes, heart attacks;
• lowers high body temperature;
• compensates for the lack of energy;
• relieves inflammation;
• accelerates the recovery process of the body after a serious illness;
• makes the nail plate, hair strong, and the skin soft, elastic;
• reduces the level of bad cholesterol in the blood;
• normalizes blood pressure;
• strengthens the walls of blood vessels, makes them firm and elastic.

Figs have a vivid wound-healing effect. Despite the high calorie content, it is considered an effective assistant in the fight against extra pounds. Due to its high nutritional value, the wine berry is popular during the fasting days, when a woman completely refuses food.

It is enough to eat 4 berries per day, as the body is saturated with useful substances, and also satisfies hunger.

The antiseptic properties of the fruit eliminate infectious, fungal diseases throughout the body.

Benefits during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Figs have both beneficial properties and contraindications (about them below). It is especially useful for women during pregnancy and lactation. Nursing mothers need to pay special attention to figs. The composition contains a lot of calcium, which is involved in the production of breast milk, and is also responsible for its quality.

After eating berries, mother's milk becomes richer, more nutritious and fortified. Therefore, the child has the correct formation of the skeletal system, hair, nails. The risk of developing inflammatory and mental pathologies is reduced.

Pregnant women, while carrying a child, regularly change their mood, irritability and tearfulness appear. The presence of the hormone of happiness and potassium helps to improve mood by calming the nervous system.

The rich, unique composition of the fruit compensates for the lack of vitamins, micro- and macroelements, which are important for the proper development of the fetus.

Contraindications

Figs do not show their beneficial properties for all women, therefore, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the contraindications so as not to cause severe harm. You can not enter it into the diet for people with the following pathologies:

• diabetes;
• pancreatitis;
• inflammatory process of the mucous membrane of the digestive system;
• gastritis, ulcer.

Allergy to a wine berry is rare. The seeds contain a minimum amount of esters, which cause a negative reaction. For women prone to allergic reactions, the fruits should be introduced into the diet carefully and in small dosages.

How to use it correctly

Having considered the beneficial properties and contraindications for taking figs for women, you need to familiarize yourself with the correct use.

Initially, it is important to learn how to choose a ripe fruit, since unripe contains a milky, poisonous juice.

Parameters worth paying attention to:

• the color of the fruit depends on the variety and is purple, burgundy, yellow;
• the pulp is tender, a little similar in consistency to jelly;
• the aroma is pleasant.

If there is a characteristic smell of acid, you should refuse to take the fruit.

How to use figs correctly:

1. Rinse the figs thoroughly but gently.
2. Allowed to eat with the skin. Otherwise, the berry is cut into 2 parts and only the pulp is eaten.
3. You can serve it on the table as an independent treat. It is enough to cut into equal slices, pour over with yogurt or sweet syrup. Sprinkle with peeled nuts if desired.

Figs are widely used in cooking. Various desserts, salads, cold snacks are prepared with it, and fig fruits are also perfectly combined with meat dishes. They are suitable for stuffing duck, turkey.

If the fruit is used in dried form, then the daily allowance should not exceed 50 g. When taken excessively, the laxative properties of the fruit are manifested.

Figs in cosmetology

For women, figs (given its beneficial properties and contraindications) are necessary not only for internal use, but also for external use. Since ancient times, figs have been considered a rejuvenating product.

Thanks to vitamins C, A, E, the fruits have high antioxidant activity. The presence of zinc and selenium can solve many problems of the epidermis.

The cosmetic industry uses figs for its cleansing and regenerating properties. Wine berry-based hair and face masks are very popular. We propose to consider several recipes.

Table 1

Mask name	Effects on the skin	Preparation
For dry skin	Accelerates the healing process of minor wounds. Makes the skin soft, supple.	Combine the pulp of 1 figs with 50 g of fat cottage cheese. Stir with a blender. Apply to cleansed skin, leave for 30 minutes. Wash off with warm water.
Anti aging	Shallow wrinkles are eliminated. The skin becomes soft, tender, with a natural shine.	Peel the figs, put in a container, add 40 ml of olive oil and 5 g of honey. Grind everything with a hand blender. Put the mass on your face, and stand for 30 minutes. Wash off with warm water.
For oily skin	Eliminates oily sheen. Well cleans the skin from the excreted subcutaneous fat. Prevents acne breakouts.	Combine egg white and 10 ml of lemon juice. Add the pulp of 2 figs and 2 drops of tea tree oil. Stir with a blender, apply to face. Soak for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.

Bonus

Having learned the useful properties and contraindications of figs for women, we can draw several conclusions:

1. Fresh fruits are not stored for a long time. Eat them immediately after purchase.
2. Losing weight is easy. It is enough to replace 1 of the meals with two exotic fruits.
3. A striking laxative effect warns that the fruit should not be consumed thoughtlessly before leaving the house.
4. The fetus has a minimum of contraindications. Allowed during pregnancy and lactation.
5. It must be consumed in moderation.
6. It is recommended to always have figs on hand. It will quickly restore the body during a period of severe illness.