FigScientific name Ficus carica Linn, a flowering plant belonging to the fig family (Moraceae), commonly found in temperate and tropical climates.There are hundreds of varieties, mostly evergreen, with some deciduous varieties.Fig trees have a beautiful shape, lush foliage, and are aesthetically pleasing, making them suitable for courtyards and garden landscaping.Figs can be planted and produce fruit in the same year, making them one of the best potted tree species.Ripe figs have a fragrant and sweet taste, a smooth texture, and are refreshing, making them suitable for all ages.Figs can be eaten raw or used medicinally, and can also be processed into dried figs,fruit leather,fruit tea,fruit juice,fruit jam,beverages,canned goods,and more.Waiting.

Nutritional value of figs

Figs contain abundantprotein,enzymes,vitamins,and various trace elements, especially the content of VC is 20 times that ofgrapes.

Figs are both rich in nutrients and a flavorful fruit, and also a medicinal herb. All parts of the plant, including leaves, fruits, roots, and stems, can be used for medicinal purposes.

According to "Compendium of Materia Medica," figs have a sweet and neutral taste, are non-toxic, and are used to promote appetite, relieve diarrhea, treat five hemorrhoids, and relieve throat pain.Figs contain up to 80% water, as well as protein, acetic acid, fat, malic acid, dietary fiber, carbohydrates, ash, variousminerals,vitamin C,vitamin A,vitamin E,citric acid,potassium,quinine,

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lipase,calcium,magnesium,iron,manganese,zinc,copper,phosphorus,selenium,lemon,and various nutrients required by the human body. They are a fruit that is both nutritious and suitable for all ages.Medicinal value of figsFigs can improve digestion and appetite, promote bowel movements, lower blood lipids, lower blood pressure, relieve swelling, supplement nutrition, and also prevent the occurrence of lung cancer, liver cancer, and stomach cancer. They can also slow down the growth of lymphoma and adenoid tissue. They have anti-cancer and anti-tumor effects.Chewing dried figs and blowing into the throat can relieve throat pain;

Brewing fig tea with sugar can treat lung heat and hoarseness;

Consuming five figs with water can treat prolonged diarrhea;Adding figs,ginger,and lotus root to a stew can make it creamy;Eating fresh figs can cure hemorrhoids;

Adding figs and smallcorianderto water can treat abdominal pain;

Drinking fresh fig juice with water can treat asthma;Using ten fresh figs and boiling them can cure external hemorrhoids.Ways to eat figsThe main way to eat figs is to wash, peel, and eat them directly, or to make dried figs and fruit leather. They can also be used to make wine, cook porridge, and add to dishes and soups.Fig and sugar water: Fresh figs are washed, peeled, and mashed, then cooked with a certain amount of sugar, and cooled for drinking. It has a beauty and skin care effect.Fig and mushroom soup: 1. Figs, black fungus, wash and soak for 1 hour, horse radish peel and wash, and repeatedly remove the smell and slime from the pig intestine, then rinse and drain.2. Add the aboveingredients

to boiling water and cook for 3 hours. Add salt to adjust the flavor before serving.Fig and mushroom soup: First, wash and chop figs and mushrooms, and then add garlic, ginger, and Szechuan peppercorns to a pot and cook for 20 minutes, then add seasonings.Fig and meat stew: Fresh figs are washed, and pork is cut into pieces and cooked in a pot with ginger, pepper, and garlic until fully cooked. Add salt,MSGand green onion to season.How to choose figsChoosing figs: Figs are divided into summer and autumn varieties. Summer figs are larger and of better quality, while autumn figs are smaller and of slightly lower quality.

When choosing figs, choose the ones with large size, full and flawless appearance. They should not have a sour smell and have a soft but not mushy texture.Because figs contain a lot of sugar and are easily infested by insects, it is best to choose the ones with more cracks and smaller openings.How to store figsFigs have a high water content, so fresh figs are difficult to store. The simplest method is to place them in the refrigerator.Before storing, do not wash the fruit, and simply clean it and pack it in a bag to store in the refrigerator.It is best to place the fruit flat so that it does not get bruised and stored properly.If there is no refrigerator, you can lay the figs flat on a clean table or wooden board and store them in a well-ventilated place.

They can also be dried, made into fruit leather, and made into jam for preservation.

Selecting dates: Dates are divided into two seasons, summer and autumn. Summer dates are larger and of better quality, while autumn dates are smaller and of slightly lower quality.When selecting dates, choose those that are large and have a full, flawless appearance. They should also have a non-sour smell and a soft, but not mushy, texture.Because dates have a high sugar content, they attract insects, so choose those with more blemishes and a slightly smaller opening in the front.

Storing dates: Dates have a high water content, making them difficult to store. The simplest method is to store them in the refrigerator.Do not wash the fruit before storing it. Simply remove any debris and place it in a bag in the refrigerator.It is best to store the dates so they can lie flat, to avoid damaging them by pressing them together, which would also hinder their preservation.If you don't have a refrigerator, you can spread the dates out on a clean table or wooden board and store them in a well-ventilated area.You can also dry them, make fruit leather, or make jam to preserve them.