{
  "id": 2817719,
  "title": "Anjeer Benefits: Ayurveda Explains How Figs May Support Digestion, Strength And Overall Wellness",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/anjeer-benefits-ayurveda-explains-how-figs-may-support-digestion",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-08-23T15:39:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/anjeer-benefits-ayurveda-explains-how-figs-may-support-digestion-strength-and-overall-wellness"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anjeer, also known as figs, is a sweet fruit with a long history of consumption in India. Ayurveda, a traditional Indian system of medicine, highlights the numerous benefits of figs for digestion, strength, and overall wellness.\n\nAcharya Balkrishnaji, co-founder of Patanjali Ayurved, explains that figs possess cooling properties and can balance the Pitta and Vata doshas in the body. They serve as natural laxatives, aiding in bowel movements. Figs also help manage blood pressure due to their potassium content and contribute to building strength by revitalizing tissues and reducing weakness.\n\nFigs support reproductive health by promoting reproductive fluids. They are beneficial for weight loss as they help keep you full due to their nutrient-rich composition.\n\nAccording to Acharya Balkrishnaji, a nutritious mixture of soaked figs, almonds, and nuts can be ground and chewed in the morning to enhance strength and treat abdominal issues. Another remedy involves blending figs, almonds, and a small amount of cardamom with warm milk, consumed daily to increase energy levels and combat weakness.\n\nFor respiratory health, a paste made from soaked figs mixed with honey can be applied to alleviate sore throats or coughs. Patanjali, a brand under the Ayurvedic company, offers various products made from figs and related ingredients. These include Patanjali Fig (Anjeer) with nutrients like flavonoids, vitamins A, E, and K, zinc, manganese, iron, and magnesium, which can manage sugar levels, promote heart and bone health.\n\nPatanjali Honey and Small Cardamom are also recommended for their natural sugar content and digestive benefits. Patanjali Almonds and Munakka Raisins are high in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin E, and other minerals. They can help manage acidity, bloating, and dental issues while supporting weight loss.\n\nFollowing Acharya Balkrishnaji's advice and incorporating Patanjali products into your diet can help harness the Ayurvedic benefits of figs and contribute to a healthier lifestyle.",
  "summary": "Eating dried fruits has always been part of the Indian diet because they offer health benefits. Anjeer, or figs, are one such dry fruit. Acharya Balkrishnaji, co-founder of Patanjali Ayurved, discusses its facts and benefits along with Ayurvedic home remedies using figs. Also learn about related Patanjali products. Details About Anjeer or Figs Figs, or anjeer, are sweet pear-shaped fruits and…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}