What nutritional value has a Fig ( Fresh fruit from the tree, not dry)?
Nutritional Value of Fresh Figs Given below is the amount of nutrients present in 100g of fresh figs. Carbohydrates – 19 g Sugars – 16 g Dietary Fiber – 3 g Fat – 0.3 g Protein – 0.8 g Vitamin B6 -110 mg Energy – 70 kcal / 310 kJ Nutritional Value of Dried Figs Given below is the amount of nutrients present in 100g of dried figs. Carbohydrates – 64 g Sugars – 48 g Dietary Fiber -10 g Fat – 1 g Protein – 3 g Energy – 250 kcal / 1040 kJ Health & Nutritional Benefits of Eating Figs The rich potassium content of figs helps to maintain the blood pressure of the body. Figs are rich in dietary fiber, which makes them very effective for weight management program. Even leaves of the fig plant have healing properties. Eating fig leaves helps diabetic patients reduce the amount of insulin intake. Consuming figs helps to reduce the risk of breast cancer. Calcium and potassium present in figs prevent bone thinning and help to promote bone density. Tryptophan, present in figs, induces good sleep and
