Fig 无花果

Figs are one of my all time favorite fruits. Fig also called Wu Hua Guo 无花果 / Anjeer / Buah Tin. They are one of the most  alkaline fruits, naturally rich in many health benefiting phyto-nutrients, anti-oxidants, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, emollient, restorative, aphrodisiac and laxative properties.

Health Benefits: 

Dried figs rich in calcium, copper, iron, manganese, potassium, vitamin C, selenium and zinc.

Low calories. 
Contain Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids

Improve memory

Relieve sleeping disorders

Control diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease 

Contain chlorogenic acid helps lower blood sugar levels
Contain pectin which helps lower blood cholesterol

Prevent colon cancer and breast cancer

Curing stomach problems, Constipation, bladder stoners, hair loss, mascular degeneration etc

How to add Figs into your diet

1. Enjoy figs alone as a snack and savor their taste, texture and shape.
2. Add fresh or dried figs to yoghurt, oatmeal or any other whole grain breakfast porridge/cereals.
3. Add figs to baked goods like muffins and scones.
4. Add chopped figs to rice or salad .
5. Blend with your juice.
6. Make into jam and dessert.

Safety note:

Eating fig fruit may also elicit allergic reactions ranging from vomiting, diarroea, and itching of skin and mucus membranes in some sensitized individuals. It is therefore people with history of allergy to figs may be advised to avoid eating them.