Sirohi : There are many trees and plants in the Aravalli mountain range that passes through various districts including Sirohi district of the state, which have Ayurvedic importance. Today we are going to tell you about the benefits of the fruit that grows on one such tree. Yes, we are talking about the fig fruit. This fruit is eaten both raw and ripe. This fruit is also used by drying it throughout the year. This fruit starts ripening in summer.
People pluck figs from the naturally occurring trees in the Aravalli region and sell them in the market. This fruit is sold on the roadside in Mount Abu. This fruit has a lot of Ayurvedic importance. It is considered a panacea for many diseases. The planting time of figs is mainly from December to January or July to August. Fig fruits ripen and become ready from May to August.
Fig fruit is called fig in English. It is a delicious and nutritious fruit, which provides many beneficial benefits for our body. This fruit is as sweet to eat as it is beneficial for health. Senior Ayurveda doctor and retired District Ayurveda Officer from Ayurveda Department, Dr. Damodar Prasad Chaturvedi is giving information about the Ayurvedic importance of the fruit.
Rich in vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants
Dr. Chaturvedi said that vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and iron etc. are found in this fruit. It keeps our body healthy. Figs contain a good amount of fiber, which helps in improving digestion. It helps in reducing indigestion, constipation, and other digestion related problems. In case of typhoid, boiling it with milk and consuming it provides relief.
Will keep heart, liver and bones healthy
Figs contain fiber as well as nacogen, which is considered helpful in weight control. Consumption of figs is also beneficial for the heart. Its consumption is effective in reducing heart diseases. Consumption of figs is also beneficial in increasing immunity. Which protects us from various diseases. Due to the presence of natural sugar in figs, it helps in removing fatigue and weakness in the body. The red elements found in figs also keep the bones strong. Consuming 4-5 figs daily is beneficial. One should avoid consuming it if there is a problem of obesity and diabetes.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : June 17, 2024, 06:01 IST