Patient's question:
My father has been suffering from hypertension for 3 years and has been taking medication. The figs at home have ripened. Can people with hypertension eat figs?Doctor's answer:
Hypertensive patients can consume figs. Figs are among the fruits that are commercially available and have a relatively high potassium content while being low in sugar, making them suitable for regular consumption by individuals with hypertension, high blood lipids, or diabetes. On the one hand, they can help digest trace elements in the body, and on the other hand, they can promote bowel movements to prevent constipation. However, hypertensive patients must pay attention to the dosage when consuming figs. If eaten in excess, it can also be harmful to the body.