Fig is a highly nutritious fruit. It is rich in calories (269), proteins, and calcium
Fig is a highly nutritious fruit. It is rich in calories (269), proteins, and calcium (higher than milk), iron and highest fibre content. Fig has nutritive index of 11, as against 9, 8 and 6 for apple, raisin and date respectively. The chemical composition and flavour of fig varies with the cultivar. The total sugar content of fresh fig is 16% and of dried is 52%. The edible portion of Dried Fig (100g) supplies protein (4g), carbohydrate (69g), fat (1g), calcium (200mg), iron (4mg), Vitamin A (100iu) and thiamine (0.1mg). Fig is valued for its laxative properties and is used in the treatment of skin infection. The fruits help to maintain acid-alkali balance of the body. Latex is useful to coagulate milk
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Fresh
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Date
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