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Figs can reduce stress, boost spirit

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Core Tip: It is believed that figs reduce stress and strengthen the heart and blood vessels.
Figs are heafigslthy and relatively low in calories. In addition, they are rich in substances such as magnesium and zinc, and enzymes that speeds up the metabolism, as well as substances that destroys bacteria.

It is believed that figs reduce stress and strengthen the heart and blood vessels. Figs are among the richest plant sources of calcium and fiber. According to USDA data for the Mission variety, dried figs are richest in fiber, copper, manganese, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and vitamin K, relative to human needs.

They also have small amounts of many other nutrients. Figs have a laxative effect and contain many antioxidants. They are a good source of flavonoids and polyphenols, including gallic acid, chlorogenic acid, syringic acid, (+)-catechin, (−)-epicatechin and rutin. In one study, a 40-gram portion of dried figs (two medium size figs) produced a significant increase in plasma antioxidant capacity.

Due to the high content of zinc, fruits figs naturally improves your mood. It also remove tiredness, helps if you are exhausted, enhances concentration and boosts the spirit.

 
 
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