foods, they are beneficial in supporting the proper pH of the body. Studies have
shown that fig leaves have antidiabetic properties and can actually reduce the amount
of insulin needed by persons with diabetes who require insulin injections.
Studies have also shown that fig leaves are effective in lowering levels of
triglycerides. Results of test-tube studies revealed that fig leaves inhibited the growth
of certain types of cancer cells.
Sources:
Murray , Michael N.D.. The Encyclopedia Of Healing Foods.
New York: Atria Books, 2005.
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention-5 A Day.
National Agricultural Library-USDA. usda.gov.
Wikipedia The Free Encyclopedia
shown that fig leaves have antidiabetic properties and can actually reduce the amount
of insulin needed by persons with diabetes who require insulin injections.
Studies have also shown that fig leaves are effective in lowering levels of
triglycerides. Results of test-tube studies revealed that fig leaves inhibited the growth
of certain types of cancer cells.
Sources:
Murray , Michael N.D.. The Encyclopedia Of Healing Foods.
New York: Atria Books, 2005.
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention-5 A Day.
National Agricultural Library-USDA. usda.gov.
Wikipedia The Free Encyclopedia
Figs contain large amounts of
fiber, natural sugars, and
minerals. They are an excellent
source of calcium, potassium,
magnesium, copper, iron, and
managanese.
Due to figs having a high content
of fiber, they are often
recommended to nourish and
tone the intestines. Because
they are a good source of
potassium, they are also
effective in helping to control
blood pressure. Since figs are
among the most highly alkaline
fiber, natural sugars, and
minerals. They are an excellent
source of calcium, potassium,
magnesium, copper, iron, and
managanese.
Due to figs having a high content
of fiber, they are often
recommended to nourish and
tone the intestines. Because
they are a good source of
potassium, they are also
effective in helping to control
blood pressure. Since figs are
among the most highly alkaline
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