The most important element found in aubergines (patlıcan) is fibre, half of which is soluble and therefore useful to maintain the levels of cholesterol low. The other half is cellulous, needed to maintain the functioning of the intestine. Other nutrients occurring in aubergines (patlıcan) are, to a less extent, carotene and potassium. Aubergines (patlıcan) are poor in fat and sodium, which intensifies their protective effect against high blood pressure.

Aubergines (patlıcan) contain vitamin A, phosphorus and calcium. Their main therapeutic properties are: anti-anaemic, laxative, diuretic, hepatic and pancreatic stimulator, and tranquillizer. It is recommended in case of anaemia, constipation and cardiac erethism.
Aubergines (patlıcan) are recommended for treating sores, epidermatic ulcers, bloody faeces and haematuria, food poisoning of bacterial origin, chilblain and rheumatic arthralgia. It is also recommended for treating blood pressure and haemorrhagic diseases.

The aubergine (patlıcan) leaves are used to treat burns, abscesses, herpes and haemorrhoids through emollient cataplasms.