The study indicated that dried figs are rich in calcium, essential for building bones and teeth. Figs are also rich in natural fiber, offering numerous health benefits, such as preventing colon cancer and reducing cholesterol levels. They are also a good laxative, so patients are advised to eat them on an empty stomach for several days. Furthermore, figs help relieve coughs and are beneficial for those with asthma and bronchitis.
Cairo: A recent Egyptian study concluded that fresh or dried figs are the best energy booster for athletes, as they are among the richest sources of energy necessary for the human body to perform its various activities.
The study also explained that eating figs while studying enhances students’ memory, due to their high sugar content (up to 60%), which the body easily absorbs about half an hour after consumption, according to the Qatari newspaper Al-Raya.
The study indicated that dried figs are rich in calcium, essential for building bones and teeth. Figs are also a fruit rich in natural fiber, offering numerous health benefits, such as preventing colon cancer and reducing cholesterol levels. They also act as a good laxative, so patients are advised to eat them on an empty stomach for several days. Furthermore, figs help relieve coughs and are beneficial for those suffering from asthma and bronchitis.
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