Dried Figs from La Alpujarra - 1st Quality - 500gr- Gluten Free

Dried figs from La Alpujarra. 1st quality. Without gluten. 100% natural. Highly prized for their mild, sweet flavor as well as their many uses, figs are low in calories and fat-free. A large, raw fig has only 47 calories. If you are looking to lose weight, figs are an excellent ally.

Both raw and dried figs are good for you.

100 gr of dried figs has 10 grams of fiber approx. Fiber can help relieve constipation and keep you feeling full longer. It can also help lower cholesterol and control blood sugar levels.

Figs are a good source of calcium, which can prevent osteoporosis and other health problems. You won't find a better plant source of calcium than figs.

If you're hoping to add more antioxidants to your diet, you can't go wrong with figs. According to a 2005 study, Trusted Source, dried figs "have superior quality antioxidants." Antioxidants are believed to reduce free radicals that damage cells in the body. Nutrition experts recommend increasing your antioxidant intake by eating more fruits and vegetables like figs.

Figs are one of the richest plant sources of a variety of vitamins and minerals, including:/strong>

Vitamin A
vitamin C
vitamin K
B vitamins
potassium
magnesium
zinc
copper
manganese
iron

That alone is a great reason to consider slicing up some figs for a salad or fruit salad.