Guest guest Posted September 23, 2007 Report Share Posted September 23, 2007 I finally tasted figs (dried) and I don't like them.. Bev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2007 Report Share Posted September 23, 2007 Have you ever eaten a fig newton? You might enjoy that better than the dried figs. I love the fig newtons, but am not crazy about the plain dried figs otherwise. I LOVE FRESH Figs though. They are soooooooo good. Figs have excellent nutrition in them. They are loaded with calcium, potassium and iron. http://www.moondragon.org/nutrition/foodguide/figs.html Fig Nutrition Facts 1. Figs can be part of almost any special diet, be it low fat, low sodium, high fiber, weight loss, diabetic or even the Mediterranean. They satisfy a sweet tooth without adding any fat. Their unique satiny texture and seeds provide a satisfying mouth feel and crunch. 2. Figs are fat-free, sodium-free and, like other plant foods, cholesterol-free. 3. One serving of figs is 40 grams, about 1/4 cup, or about 3 Calimyrna figs or about 4 to 5 Mission figs. 4. A small serving of about 1 1/2 dried figs equals one fruit exchange, or 15 grams of carbohydrate, provided in the form of glucose and fructose. 5. Figs are high in fiber, providing 20% of the Daily Value --- more dietary fiber per serving than any other common dried or fresh fruit. 6. Of the approximately five grams of fiber per serving of California figs, four grams are insoluble and one gram is water-soluble. 7. Figs have the highest overall mineral content of all common fruits. A 40 gram (1/4 cup) serving provides 244 mg of potassium (7% of the DV), 53 mg of calcium (6% of the DV) and 1.2 mg of iron (6% of the DV). 8. California figs fit into 5 A Day -- the 40 gram serving is an easy way to add a serving of fruit to reach the daily recommendation of five fruits and vegetables. Judy - Bev Sunday, September 23, 2007 7:33 PM Dried Figs I finally tasted figs (dried) and I don't like them.. Bev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2007 Report Share Posted September 23, 2007 Have you ever eaten a fig newton? I bet you would enjoy that better than the dried figs. I love the fig newtons, but am not crazy about the plain dried figs otherwise. I LOVE FRESH Figs though. They are soooooooo good. Figs have excellent nutrition in them. They are loaded with calcium, potassium and iron. http://www.moondragon.org/nutrition/foodguide/figs.html Fig Nutrition Facts 1. Figs can be part of almost any special diet, be it low fat, low sodium, high fiber, weight loss, diabetic or even the Mediterranean. They satisfy a sweet tooth without adding any fat. Their unique satiny texture and seeds provide a satisfying mouth feel and crunch. 2. Figs are fat-free, sodium-free and, like other plant foods, cholesterol-free. 3. One serving of figs is 40 grams, about 1/4 cup, or about 3 Calimyrna figs or about 4 to 5 Mission figs. 4. A small serving of about 1 1/2 dried figs equals one fruit exchange, or 15 grams of carbohydrate, provided in the form of glucose and fructose. 5. Figs are high in fiber, providing 20% of the Daily Value --- more dietary fiber per serving than any other common dried or fresh fruit. 6. Of the approximately five grams of fiber per serving of California figs, four grams are insoluble and one gram is water-soluble. 7. Figs have the highest overall mineral content of all common fruits. A 40 gram (1/4 cup) serving provides 244 mg of potassium (7% of the DV), 53 mg of calcium (6% of the DV) and 1.2 mg of iron (6% of the DV). 8. California figs fit into 5 A Day -- the 40 gram serving is an easy way to add a serving of fruit to reach the daily recommendation of five fruits and vegetables. Judy Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 23, 2007 Report Share Posted September 23, 2007 AND IT IS FIG SEASON!!! Christine <jtwigg wrote: Have you ever eaten a fig newton? I bet you would enjoy that better than the dried figs. I love the fig newtons, but am not crazy about the plain dried figs otherwise. I LOVE FRESH Figs though. They are soooooooo good. Figs have excellent nutrition in them. They are loaded with calcium, potassium and iron. http://www.moondragon.org/nutrition/foodguide/figs.html Recent Activity 101 New Members 117 New Files Visit Your Group Biz Resources Y! Small Business Articles, tools, forms, and more. Summer Shape-up on Trade weight loss and swimsuit tips. Food Lovers Real Food Group on find out more. . Beth “The right adult at the right time can make an enormous difference. Many kids have a history of difficult, disappointing relationships and one good relationship--one person who is there for them--can make a huge difference.” -Jean E. Rhodes Professor, Psychology at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. Luggage? GPS? Comic books? Check out fitting gifts for grads at Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2007 Report Share Posted September 24, 2007 yes, and I have never like them.. Bev , Christine <jtwigg wrote: > > Have you ever eaten a fig newton? I bet you would enjoy that better than the dried figs. I love the fig newtons, but am not crazy about the plain dried figs otherwise. I LOVE FRESH Figs though. They are soooooooo good. > Figs have excellent nutrition in them. > They are loaded with calcium, potassium and iron. > http://www.moondragon.org/nutrition/foodguide/figs.html > Fig Nutrition Facts > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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