An analysis of the
fresh fig shows it consists good amount of moisture and little protein, fat and
carbohydrate. The dry fig has a high nutritive value. Its most important food
element is sugar which forms 51 to 74 per cent of the whole fruit. It can
be taken in various ways; either by itself or in combination with other foodstuffs
enriches their food value. When taken with white flour, it removes much of its
constipating effect. It combines very well with milk. Figs are often used for
preparing cakes and jams. They are also made into pudding. Food
Value Minerals and Vitamins Moisture 88.1% Calcium 35 mg Protein 1.3%
Phosphorus 22 mg Fat 0.2% Iron 0.6 mg Carbohydrates 7.6% Vitamin A 80
IU Fibre 2.2% Vitamin C 2 mg Small amounts of Vitamin B Complex
Minerals 0.6% 100% Calorific Value - 80 *Values per 100 gms
edible portion Fig* (Dry) Food
Value Minerals and Vitamins Moisture 23.0% Calcium 126 mg Protein 4.3%
Phosphorus 77 mg Fat 1.3% Iron 3 mg Carbohydrates 63.4% Vitamin A Small
amounts of Vitamin B Complex 80 IU Fibre 5.6% Minerals 2.4%
100% Calorific Value - 274 *Values per 100 g. edible portion
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