Finally.......FIGS!

The Romans believed that figs were a gift from Bacchus, the god of intoxication, and i see why. Figs are too briefly in season, and their color, here of the Calimyrna variety, their delicate ripeness, sweet honey smell, and chewy, crunchy/seedy texture leaves me always wanting more...I can never get enough. They not only taste  of such sweet goodness but have a wide spectrum of health benefits.

Prevent constipation: There are 5 grams of fiber per three-fig serving. Their high fiber content helps in healthy bowel function and prevents constipation.
Lower cholesterol: Figs contain Pectin, a soluble fiber. When fber goes through the digestive system, it mops up globes of cholesterol and carries them out of body.
Prevent coronary heart disease: Dried figs contain phenol, Omega-3 and Omega-6. These fatty acids reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
Prevent colon cancer: The presence of fiber helps to mop up and usher out cancer causing substances.
Lowers Triglycerides: In being able to lower triglyceride levels, fig leaves have been said, as a result, to improve cardiac health.
Protection against post-menopausal breast cancer: Fiber content in figs give protection against breastcancer.
Good for diabetic patients: The American Diabetes Association recommends figs for a high fiber treat. Fig leaves reduce the amount of insulin needed by diabetic patients who have to take insulin injection. Fig is rich in Potassium. Potassium helps to control blood sugar. Fig leaves have anti-diabetic properties
Prevention of hypertension: People used to take more sodium in the form of salt. Low potassium and high sodium level may lead to hypertension.Figs, on the other hand, are known to have high levels of potassium, a mineral that is effective in lowering and controlling high blood pressure.
Strengthens bones: Not only are figs rich in calcium, promoting bone density, but they also prevent the loss of urinary calcium which also prevents bones from thinning out.
Urinary calcium loss: People having high salt diet may be affected by increased urinary calcium loss. Potassium content in figs helps to avoid that.
Prevent macular degeneration: Vision loss in older people is due to macular degeneration. Fruits and figs generally are good for avoiding this condition.
Relief for throat: The high mucilage content in figs, helps to heal and protect sore throats.


Sources:  http://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-figs-or-anjeer.html
http://www.medicaldaily.com/news/20101108/3444/health-benefits-of-figs-and-fig-leaves.htm