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Eat Figs

Description

The fig is a fruit that contains 80% water and several vitamins. Due to the cradine, one of its components, this fruit is ideal to improve the digestive process.

Possible Benefits

May improve digestion
May improve immunity
May decrease stress
May boost energy
May reduce cholesterol
May protect vision

How to Do It

You can consume fresh or dried figs.

We recommend preparing a salad made of figs, apples and almonds. Simply cut them and add them to a bowl with some yogurt. You can add a few pieces of celery if you like the taste.

Why it works

Cradine, a compound found in fig, provides some digestive acids and enzymes, which promotes healthy digestion.
Zinc and vitamin C, also found fig, support the immune system.
It has a high content of sugars, such as fructose, which provide high energy content.
Zinc also helps with eye health and decreases degenerative damage.

Time Commitment

2-5 minutes

Suggested Frequency

2 times per week

Time of Day

Morning

Possible Side Effects

If consumed in excess, it can have a laxative effect.

Some people may experience allergic reactions.

It can lower your body’s sugar level.

Tips

Dried figs have a higher concentration of some vitamins, such as K, B1, calcium, and magnesium.
If you want more energy, consume the dried figs!
If you have fast intestinal transit, it is not recommended that you consume figs.