Al Marsad newspaper: Dried figs contain large amounts of vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, calcium, fiber, and other nutrients that are beneficial to the health of the body.
And there are several benefits that accrue to your body when eating one fruit of it daily? .. according to the “healthbenefitstimes” website.
Weight loss:
The fiber in dried figs increases the feeling of satiety, which in turn helps reduce total food intake, and thus weight loss.
Heart disease prevention:
Figs contain a large amount of fiber, so eating them contributes to protecting against heart disease.
Healthier skin:
Figs are a rich source of antioxidants and other nutrients that promote healthy skin, protect the skin from oxidative stress, and slow down the aging process.
Hair loss prevention
It contains two essential elements, zinc and iron, which promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
Alzheimer’s prevention:
Eating figs on a regular basis contributes to improving memory and reducing oxidative damage to the brain, in addition to preventing Alzheimer’s disease.
Fight diabetes:
It helps reduce blood glucose levels and improve insulin response, as it is rich in bioactive compounds with antidiabetic properties.
Healthier bones:
It treats joint weakness and reduces the chances of osteoporosis, which occurs with age because it contains a large amount of minerals.
lowering blood pressure:
It contains sufficient amounts of potassium that contributes to lowering blood pressure, in addition to that it acts as a vasodilator and arteries, and reduces the chances of strokes, heart attacks and atherosclerosis.
Immunity booster:
It contains Vitamin C which is essential for maintaining a stronger immunity. It stimulates the production of white blood cells and fights viruses, various infections and pathogens.
Chronic disease prevention:
It helps reduce oxidative stress and prevent chronic diseases, thanks to its richness in antioxidants.
Getting rid of bad cholesterol
Dietary fiber eliminates harmful cholesterol in the body, by protecting the heart from plaque buildup.