Botanical Name: Ficus carica
Forms Available: Fruits, Dried Herb
Resembling a teardrop, fig belongs to the mulberry family. They have a sweet taste and many tiny seeds. They are mainly grown in the Middle East and the Mediterranean region and are available all year round. Since they are a natural sweetener, they can suitably replace table sugar in many dishes. Figs are packed with nutrients including Vitamin A, calcium, copper, potassium, and magnesium. They can help relieve constipation, improve digestion, boost heart health, and control blood pressure.
