Anjeer or fig is an exceptional source of minerals, vitamins and dietary fiber. It is one of the best natural laxatives you can add to your diet. Anjeer or figs when soaked in water provide better health benefits. Pre-soaking helps to break down the soluble fiber content present in figs. However, fresh figs are lower in calories and sugar content, as the sugar becomes concentrated when the fruits are dried.
Q. Can Anjeer be taken with milk?
scientificModern Science View :- Yes, Anjeer when taken with milk can help to get rid of constipation or digestive problems.
How to take:
- Take a few Anjeer and soak them in the milk for 5 to 7 hours.
- After that, remove the seeds from the soaked Anjeer
- Boil the seedless Anjeer with the milk properly.
- Pour the mixture into a cup and drink the milk while it is warm.
- You can even eat these Anjeer as it will give you extra fiber.
Q. Is Anjeer (Fig) good for skin?
scientificModern Science View : - Yes, Anjeer is beneficial for skin health due to the presence of antioxidants. These antioxidants fight against the free radicals and prevent skin cell damage. Applying a cream containing Anjeer increases the skin hydration and decreases the melanin content of the skin
Ayurvedic View :- Skin problems such as burning or any kind of infection occur due to an imbalance of any of the three doshas, especially Pitta dosha. Anjeer helps manage skin problems due to its Pitta balancing property. It also provides a cooling effect to the affected area due to its Sita (cold) property.
Tips for using Anjeer (Fig) on skin.
1. Take 1-2 Anjeer or as per your requirement.
2. Extract the fleshy part from it.
3. Mash it and add a teaspoon of honey to it.
4. Mix well and apply evenly on the skin.
5. Keep this paste for 5-10 minutes and wash it off with normal water to get healthy rejuvenated skin.