Natural Cures Not Medicine: Fig leaves, just as healthy as the figs themselves

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Fig leaves, just as healthy as the figs themselves


Figs are a healthy and delicious natural snack, but did you know that the leaves of a fig tree are also edible and may even have more positive impacts then the fruit for which the tree is named?
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Here is a list of health benefits of consuming both figs and fig leaves.

  1. Ulcer remedy:  Chewing and eating fig leaves is a popular natural means of treating ulcers.
  2. Fiber rich:  Figs are full of fiber which helps lower cholesterol, removes waste from the body, and even may have a laxative effect.
  3. Treats diabetes:  Studies have shown that consuming fig leaves could lessen the amount of insulin needed by diabetics.
  4. Packed with antioxidants:  A study concluded that by consuming just two medium dried figs can substantially increase the amount of antioxidant activity in the body.
  5. Lower triglycerides:  When the body produces too many triglycerides, there is a heightened risk of obesity and heart disease.  According to research, fig leaves can help lower triglyceride levels.
  6. Potassium rich:  Potassium helps to manage blood pressure and other important bodily functions and is a nutrient many people are deficient in.  Eating figs is an excellent way to up your potassium levels.
  7. Bronchitis remedy:  Fig leaf tea is a popular home remedy for bronchitis and other lung ailments such as asthma.



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