Figs are an ancient cultivated plant. It is quite unpretentious and grows without problems in hot countries. Asia is considered his homeland . And how many names does this dark purple fruit have: figs, figs, figs, wine berries. But no matter how you call him, the benefits that he brings to our health are simply enormous!
Figs contain potassium, which is an electrolyte that is absolutely essential for the normal functioning of our cardiovascular and nervous systems. People who know
how to eat figs, and quite often consume it in food, can boast of normal blood pressure. Another advantage of figs is that it contains a lot of dietary fiber, which allows wine berries, being very sweet, not to increase appetite as much as all other sweets (because the sugar in it is absorbed very slowly).
These fig qualities have been appreciated by physicians who monitor
the development of the fetus and the health of the expectant mother, so they strongly recommend consuming figs during pregnancy. He is one of 7 superfoods and is essential during this period of a woman's life. Only 8 berries per day are able to saturate her body with a quarter of the daily norm of calcium, will also become a rich source of phosphorus, magnesium, iron and vitamin K.
In order for the fig to be beneficial, you need to know how to eat figs and how to choose it correctly.
Doctors advise buying this fruit a greenish or dark purple hue.
Figs should range in size from walnuts to large plums.
Naturally, there should not be any dark “stale” barrels.
Ripe figs will feel a little soft to the touch. And if it has a sour smell, then this fruit is no longer fresh.
Buying fresh figs in the latitudes of the middle strip of Russia that meets all these requirements is practically impossible. Most often on store shelves we see it dried. When purchasing this dried fruit, pay attention that it is dark brown in color and without plaque. If it has bright shades, then sulfur components are present in it, which are dangerous for our body.
If everything is clear with useful properties and a choice, then the question of in what form and how the figs are right is still unanswered. All well-known nutritionists are unanimous in their opinion that it is desirable to consume it freshly. Most often, the fig is eaten by slicing it into slices, but you can also add whipped cream, nuts or unsalted types of cheese mixed with berries and nuts as an addition. Here, as they say, who and what is much. But in any case, the result will be one - a very tasty, healthy and fairly high-calorie dessert.
This property of this dried fruit has been known since ancient times. Therefore, our grandmothers and great-grandmothers like to treat us for coughs, preparing sweet potions, languishing figs with milk on low heat. The secret of the drink is simple - it does not endure fuss. Indeed, longing implies a long process of evaporation, infusion and exchange of useful substances of products among themselves. By the way, many people like to drink this drink just like that, for dessert. Dried fig has a high concentration of dietary fiber and vitamins.
Figs are an ancient and very healthy berry. How to cook and how to eat figs? Very simple. Cook compotes from it, add to desserts, cakes, combine with chicken and cheese. Just do not abuse the wine berry, otherwise in a week you will have to sit on a rigid diet!