Scientific Name Fig fruit – Ficus carica
Fig Fruit Family – Punicaceae
அத்திப்பழம் (Atti Pazham), അത്തിപ്പഴം Athi pazham, अंजीर Anjeer
Fig fruit Origin -The fig, originated in northern Asia Minor and spread with the Greeks and the Romans throughout the Mediterranean region.
Figs including high amount of vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, calcium, iron, phosphorus, manganese, sodium, potassium, and chlorine.Health Benefits Of Fig fruit Prevent Constipation,Weight loss,Lower Cholesterol Levels, Prevent Heart Diseases, Control Diabetes, Prevent Cancer, Prevent Urinary Calcium Loss, Relieve Throat Pain.
Nutrition chart for Fig
This Article shows you the exact minerals, vitamins, cholesterol, carbohydrate, protein, fat compound present in the fruit based on the reference from Source: USDA Nutrient Database
| Nutrient | Unit | 100g | 64g | 50g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | g | 79.11 | 50.63 | 39.55 |
| Energy | kcal | 74 | 47 | 37 |
| Protein | g | 0.75 | 0.48 | 0.38 |
| Total lipid (fat) | g | 0.3 | 0.19 | 0.15 |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | g | 19.18 | 12.28 | 9.59 |
| Fiber, total dietary | g | 2.9 | 1.9 | 1.4 |
| Sugars, total | g | 16.26 | 10.41 | 8.13 |
| Calcium, Ca | mg | 35 | 22 | 18 |
| Iron, Fe | mg | 0.37 | 0.24 | 0.18 |
| Magnesium, Mg | mg | 17 | 11 | 8 |
| Phosphorus, P | mg | 14 | 9 | 7 |
| Potassium, K | mg | 232 | 148 | 116 |
| Sodium, Na | mg | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Zinc, Zn | mg | 0.15 | 0.1 | 0.07 |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | mg | 2 | 1.3 | 1 |
| Thiamin | mg | 0.06 | 0.038 | 0.03 |
| Riboflavin | mg | 0.05 | 0.032 | 0.025 |
| Niacin | mg | 0.4 | 0.256 | 0.2 |
| Vitamin B-6 | mg | 0.113 | 0.072 | 0.057 |
| Folate, DFE | µg | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| Vitamin B-12 | µg | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | µg | 7 | 4 | 4 |
| Vitamin A, IU | IU | 142 | 91 | 71 |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | mg | 0.11 | 0.07 | 0.06 |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | µg | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vitamin D | IU | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | µg | 4.7 | 3 | 2.4 |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | g | 0.06 | 0.038 | 0.03 |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | g | 0.066 | 0.042 | 0.033 |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | g | 0.144 | 0.092 | 0.072 |
| Fatty acids, total trans | g | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nutrition chart for Fig
WATER
Water is an essential compound needed in the diet to promote good digestion,blood circulation and to flush out the waste toxin – chemical compound from our body .
100g of Fig contains 79.11 g of water .
64g of Fig contains 50.63 g of water .
50g of Fig contains 39.55 g of water .
PROTEINS
Proteins are essential nutrients for our body. Proteins are one of the building blocks of body tissue, and can also serve as a fuel source throughout the day.
100g of Fig contains 0.75 g of PROTEINS .
64g of Fig contains 0.48 g of PROTEINS .
50g of Fig contains 0.38 g of PROTEINS .
FAT (lipid)
Cholestrol is a fatty substance known as a lipid and is vital for the normal functioning of the body. Too much fat in your blood, it can increase your risk of heart disease.
100g of Fig contains 0.3 g of Cholesterol .
64g of Fig contains 0.19 g of Cholesterol .
50g of Fig contains 0.15 g of Cholesterol .
IRON
Iron is a mineral that is required for our bodies to function properly. Most of the iron in our body is found in the blood as hemoglobin, which is a protein used to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues.
100g of Fig contains 0.37 mg of IRON .
64g of Fig contains 0.24 mg of IRON .
50g of Fig contains 0.18 mg of IRON .
CALCIUM
Calcium is the most plentiful mineral found in the human body. The teeth and bones contain the most calcium.
100g of Fig contains 35 mg of CALCIUM .
64g of Fig contains 22 mg of CALCIUM .
50g of Fig contains 18 mg of CALCIUM .
CARBOHYDRATE
Carbohydrates are energy-providing nutrients.
100g of Fig contains 19.18 g of CARBOHYDRATE .
64g of Fig contains 12.28 g of CARBOHYDRATE .
50g of Fig contains 9.59 g of CARBOHYDRATE .
POTASSIUM
Potassium is a mineral that help muscles contract, regulate fluids and mineral in and out of body cells, and helps maintain normal blood pressure by blunting the effect of sodium.
100g of Fig contains 232 mg of POTASSIUM .
64g of Fig contains 148 mg of POTASSIUM .
50g of Fig contains 116 mg of POTASSIUM .
VITAMIN C
Vitamin C is also called ascorbic acid, which is the form of vitamin C found in most foods.Vitamin C is needed for proper growth, development, and to heal wounds.
100g of Fig contains 2 mg of VITAMIN C .
64g of Fig contains 1.3 mg of VITAMIN C .
50g of Fig contains 1 mg of VITAMIN C .
VITAMIN B12
100g of Fig contains 0 g of VITAMIN B12 .
64g of Fig contains 0 g of VITAMIN B12 .
50g of Fig contains 0 g of VITAMIN B12 .
SODIUM
Sodium in the diet (called dietary sodium) is measured in milligrams (mg).
100g of Fig contains 1 mg of SODIUM .
64g of Fig contains 1 mg of SODIUM .
50g of Fig contains 0 mg of SODIUM .
DIETARY FIBER
Fiber promotes the movement of material through your digestive system and increases stool bulk, so it can be of benefit to those who struggle with constipation or irregular stools.
100g of Fig contains 2.9 g of DIETARY FIBER .
64g of Fig contains 1.9 g of DIETARY FIBER .
50g of Fig contains 1.4 g of DIETARY FIBER .
