Pharmaceuticals and Biochemicals/Herbal Plant Extract

-Product Name:Fig Extract(ficus carica fruit extract)

-Product Code:HK120070

-Latin Name:  Ficus carica L. 

-Part of the Plant Used: Fruit

-Product Specification : 10:1

-Extract Method: TLC 

-Appearance: Light yellow powder

Product Introduction:

Ficus carica is a monoecious, deciduous tree or a large shrub. It is native to the Middle East. It was later cultivated from Afghanistan to Portugal, and from the 15th century onwards was grown in areas including Northern Europe and the New World. In the 16th century, Cardinal Pole introduced fig trees to Lambeth Palace.

Nutrition:

Figs are one of the highest plant sources of calcium and fiber. According to USDA data for the Mission variety, dried figs are richest in fiber, copper, manganese, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and vitamin K, relative to human needs. They have smaller amounts of many other nutrients. Figs have a laxative effect and contain many antioxidants. They are good source of flavonoids and polyphenols including gallic acid, chlorogenic acid, syringic acid, (+)-catechin, (−)-epicatechin and rutin.

Function:

Heart Health: Low on sodium and extremely high on potassium and magnesium, figs help to control and lower blood pressure, and the dietary fiber lowers harmful cholesterol. Antioxidants present in the figs, such as vitamin C, control and inhibit the growth of free radicals, thereby preventing the build up of plaque in arteries and veins (atherosclerosis). Combined, all these nutrients, help the heart to function normally, without stressing itself.

Bone Health: Calcium along with potassium (which prevents calcium loss through urine), together work to promote bone density and strength. Bone fragility leads to brittleness and thinning of the bones, eventually leading to osteoporosis and/or arthritis. Calcium helps to strengthen bone, while potassium reduces calcium loss, ensuring that the body has both in adequate.

Diabetic and Weight Watcher's Food:  The fruit, as well as a liquid extract made from fig leaves when added to diabetic meals, has help lower sugar levels in the blood. Although, high on sugar, figs have the advantage of carrying natural sugar an dietary fiber, making it one of 'the fruits' to consume in a weight management program.
Other Benefits: Studies are being carried out to determine figs nutritional benefits to reduce the risk of breast cancer. A storehouse of iron and folate, figs is highly beneficial for iron deficient anemic individuals, menstruating, pregnant and lactating women. It also has anti septic and emollient properties, making it an excellent home remedy for skin care, fresh mashed figs applied on skin not only cleanses it, but helps in curing acne and pimples.  

Main applications:

Pharmaceutical stuff, Functional Food