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May help prevent: cancer, heart disease, infection, intestinal disease, osteoporosis

The Romans may not have been far off believing that figs kept their elderly strong and young. Figs provide energizing carbohydrates, disease-fighting fibre and a variety of vitamins and minerals. Figs may help to keep bones strong by contributing the bone-building minerals calcium, magnesium and phosphorous. The rich fibre, B vitamin and vitamin A content of figs provide a protective team against heart disease and cancer. Fibre-rich figs also protect against intestinal disease, such as colon cancer and irritable bowel syndrome. Figs also supply certain phytochemicals that show anti-bacterial properties.

Action Tip: Fresh and dried figs add delicious flavour to green and fruit salads. Top your favourite cereal or trail mix with chopped figs.