2. utritional values of
traditional Croatian
food
age
It has been shown that sage has
antibacterial, antiviral and anti-
fungal activity. Improves memory
and can prevent Alzheimer's . It is
used for skin diseases , heals pu-
rulent wounds and sores .
Preparation in the form of tea ,
tinctures , oils , baths , compres-
ses , brandy and wine . Tea and in-
fusion preparations are the most
common for treating health prob-
lems .
alnuts
Preserve heart health and protect
against diabetes . Omega - 3 fatty
acids in walnuts have anti-
inflammatory effect , which reduces
the risk of vascular disease , heart
attack and stroke , hypertension , co-
lon cancer .
25 grams of this fruit supplies you
with 90 % of the daily dose of high-
quality fatty acids .
ig
Despite the low caloric value ( only
74 calories per 100 g ), figs contain
soluble dietary fiber , minerals and
vitamins .
Fresh figs are appreciated because
of the abundance of antioxidants
such as carotenes , tannins , lutein
and chlorogenic acid .
In addition, fresh figs are high in
antioxidant vitamins such as vitamin
A , E and K.
Antioxidants protect us from free
radicals whose destructive effects
can lead to premature aging , de-
mentia , heart disease and cancer .
Figs and other foods high in fiber ,
help to lose weight and maintain the
desired weight .
