Figs are a member of the Mulberry family. Figs are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps to control blood pressure. Figs are a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, a mineral that has many functions including promoting bone density. Figs are beneficial for constipation, digestion, anemia and help protect against cancer.
But the best thing is that fresh figs are sweet, full of interesting textures and juicy. In the area I live, there are quite a few fig trees, nothing commercial but private trees. Some have come my way this year and boy, they are lovely. Fruit that is tree ripened is so much tastier.
Amazingly, all this fig eating hasn't sent me scurrying to the toilet every five minutes. So if you can get some, give fresh figs a try. They are delicious.
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