We are in the middle of the fig season – from June to September – and it is time to take advantage not only of their delicious fruit, but also of their leaves.
Believe it or not, the leaves of the fig tree contain a large amount of minerals, fiber and vitamins that will significantly improve your health. Do you know how?
Few know that fig tree leaves are rich in minerals, fiber, and vitamins. Your body stores fats and triglycerides with fig leaves can be used to drastically reduce excess triglycerides in your body and decrease your risk of heart-related disease or obesity.
However, in order to absorb all their properties, it is necessary to make an infusion with them. Before passing the recipe to you, we tell you five of the benefits you will get from drinking it.
The famous fig leaves are amazing for respiratory, cardiovascular, and digestive health. Not forgetting its medicinal properties.
Ingredients:……….
– 5 fresh fig tree leaves
– 1.5 liters of water
Procedure:
In a bowl, place the water. Bring to a boil and turn off. Place the leaves and let stand for 10 to 20 minutes. Serve and sweeten to taste.
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