What diseases can fig leaves cure?

Good for digestion, supports treatment of hemorrhoids

Thanks to its rich fiber content, fig leaves help increase intestinal motility, prevent constipation and improve the digestive system. The fiber in fig leaves is also a food source for beneficial intestinal bacteria, helping to balance the intestinal microflora and improve digestive health.

Fig leaves are cool, astringent, have hemostatic, anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving effects, and are often used to support the treatment of hemorrhoids.

Reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

Scientific studies have shown that fig leaves can significantly reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the blood, while increasing good cholesterol (HDL). In addition, the rich potassium content in fig leaves helps regulate blood pressure, preventing strokes and heart attacks.

Incorporating fig leaves into your daily diet not only helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases but also provides many essential nutrients for the body. Therefore, add fig leaves to your menu for a healthy heart.

Fig leaves are extremely good for health, but not everyone knows how to take advantage of them. (Photo: Getty Images)

Control blood sugar

Scientific studies have shown that fig leaves contain many compounds that can increase insulin sensitivity. Insulin is an important hormone that helps bring glucose from the blood into cells to provide energy.

When the body becomes resistant to insulin, blood sugar levels rise, causing many dangerous complications. Fig leaves help improve this condition by making cells more sensitive to insulin, thereby better controlling blood sugar.

Prevent cancer

The antioxidants in fig leaves protect cells from the harmful effects of free radicals, thereby helping to prevent the formation and growth of cancer cells. Studies have shown that fig leaves can inhibit the growth of certain types of cancer such as colon cancer, breast cancer, and liver cancer.

Strengthen bone health

Calcium, along with other vitamins and minerals found in fig leaves such as vitamin K, magnesium, and copper, play an important role in building and maintaining bone health.

Adding fig leaves to your daily diet, combined with regular exercise, exposure to sunlight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle will help you have strong bones and prevent bone and joint diseases such as osteoporosis.

Improve skin health

The antioxidants and vitamins in fig leaves help protect the skin from sun damage, prevent skin aging, and maintain healthy, youthful skin. Fig leaves can also be used to treat a number of skin problems such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.

Correspondent THU PHUONG (VOV.VN)

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