The efficacy of boiling fig branches in water

Fig trees are relatively small, and the fruits they bear are also relatively small, and they taste relatively sweet. Fig bark is also a rare Chinese medicine, which is often used to soak in water. It is rich in lipase, which can reduce blood lipids and blood sugar in our bodies, and it is not easy to make us fat. So what are the effects of boiling fig bark in water?

The efficacy of boiling fig branches in water

1. Figs contain malic acid, citric acid, lipase, protease, hydrolase, etc., which can help the body digest food and promote appetite. Because they contain a variety of lipids, they have the effect of moisturizing the intestines and promoting bowel movements.

2. The lipase, hydrolase and other enzymes contained in figs have the function of lowering blood lipids and decomposing blood lipids, which can reduce the deposition of fat in blood vessels, thereby playing a role in lowering blood pressure and preventing coronary heart disease.

3. Figs have anti-inflammatory and detumescent effects, and can relieve sore throat and swelling.

4. The serum of unripe fruits contains active ingredients such as psoralen and bergapten. The juice of ripe fruits can be extracted from an aromatic substance called benzaldehyde. Both have the effects of preventing and fighting cancer and enhancing the body's disease resistance. They can prevent the occurrence of various cancers, delay the development of transplanted adenocarcinoma and lymphosarcoma, promote their degeneration, and will not be toxic to normal cells.

5. Figs can treat hemorrhoids. Pregnant women are most likely to suffer from hemorrhoids. To prevent hemorrhoids, you must keep your bowels open, pay attention to drinking water, and develop the habit of regular bowel movements. At the same time, pregnant women should eat appropriate amounts of figs regularly. Because figs are not only rich in nutrients, but can also treat hemorrhoids and promote lactation.

Nutritional Value of Figs

1. Figs contain 28% fructose and glucose. They are also rich in provitamin A, vitamin C and protein. In addition, they contain a variety of amino acids needed by the body. When the figs are ripe, they contain a large amount of amylase, lipase, protease and acetic acid. We know that citric acid can help digestion and promote blood oxidation, thereby improving cell metabolism.

2. Figs are rich in amino acids, with fresh figs containing 1.0% and dried figs containing 5.3%; 18 types have been discovered. Not only does it have a high utilization value because it contains all eight essential amino acids for the human body, but it also has the highest content of aspartic acid (1.9% dry weight), which is very effective in fighting leukemia, restoring physical strength and eliminating fatigue. Therefore, a fig drink is used as a "coffee substitute" abroad.

3. The trace element potassium is the most effective dietary ingredient in strengthening cerebral blood vessels and preventing brain aging. One is to eat apples with the skin on. The inside of the skin contains a lot of potassium, and one apple a day is enough; another is to eat fifty raisins a day; or eat ten dried figs a day.