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Doctor explained the benefits and correct way of eating figs
Samira Vishwas | July 3, 2026 2:24 PM CST

Fig: Fig is a dry fruit which is considered very beneficial for health. Fig has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years for various diseases. Figs are rich in many nutrients including all types of vitamins, minerals and fiber. If you consume it daily for just 15 days, your body can get many benefits.

Benefits of eating figs for 15 days
Beneficial in constipation: Fiber is found in abundance in figs which is beneficial in relieving the problem of constipation. Entering the intestines, it softens the stool and helps it to pass. You may also be suffering from chronic to chronic constipation and if you consume figs, you can get a lot of relief. Before sleeping at night, add two to three figs to a glass of milk, cook it and then consume it. This gives you relief from chronic pain.

Improves heart health: Figs help in reducing high BP, bad cholesterol and triglycerides in your body, which improves heart health. Studies have found that fig jaggery increases cholesterol in the body. So in this way this dry fruit keeps the lipid profile healthy.

Beneficial for skin: Consumption of figs also improves skin health. Doctor Salim Zaidi says that if your skin is dry, you have the problem of eczema or itching, allergies or spots on the skin, then consumption of figs is beneficial in controlling all these problems. The anti-inflammatory properties present in it help soothe problems like itching, skin irritation and eczema.

Beneficial in Arthritis: Consumption of figs is also very beneficial for arthritis. If you have pain in joints, swelling, muscles or bones are weak then you must consume it. The calcium present in it makes the bones strong.

How to consume?
Always consume figs after soaking them. You can consume one to two figs in a day. Soak it in water overnight and consume it in the morning. After eating it, you should also drink its water, it contains many vitamins which are beneficial for your health.


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