Turkish Organic Dried Figs
Dried organic Turkish figs are a delectable treat. Their sweet, mellow flavor makes dried Turkish figs a favorite for snacking, and appeals to a wide variety of cuisines. They are also an excellent source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and other nutrients.
Health Benefits Of Organic Turkish Figs
The antioxidant boost provided by fruit consumption lasts about 2 hours. Which dried fruits are the best? Of the six fruits tested–apricots, cranberries, dates, figs, raisins and plums–shooting to a surprise finish at number one was… figs! Even the high fructose corn syrup in the soda is no match for the antioxidant power of fruit. Despite the double sugar load, subjects washing down their figs with soda still experienced an overall rise in antioxidant levels in their bloodstream. In addition to having the highest antioxidant content among the six fruits tested, of the thousands of whole foods in the USDA nutrient database, figs make the top ten for fiber content.
