Nutritionist named the most useful properties of figs

Figs are a delicious autumn fruit that is very beneficial for the body, as they contain many trace elements, such as carotene, pectin, iron, and copper. But do not forget that it contains a lot of sugar – 71%, so people with diabetes should avoid figs.

Nutritionist Natalia Samoilenko wrote about the most beneficial properties of figs on her Instagram page.

To begin with, we note that one small fresh fig (40 g) contains:

Copper (3% of the daily requirement), magnesium (2%), potassium (2%), vitamin B2 (2%), B1 (2%), B6 (3%), vitamin K (2%), as well as iron and calcium.

Carbohydrates – 8 g

Fiber – 1 g

Useful properties:

1. Helps lower blood pressure

Figs help regulate the balance between potassium and sodium because they are quite rich in the former. In addition, the fiber can help eliminate excess sodium.

2. Affects bone density

Figs contain both calcium and potassium. These micronutrients cooperate and improve the mineral structure of bones.

3. Antioxidant activity

Correlates with the amount of phenolic compounds. Dark figs have more of them than light ones. In the skin more than in the pulp.

But do not forget that in some people, figs can cause an allergic reaction, in the form of a burning tongue.

The expert advises eating this exotic fruit very moderately and preferably without the skin.