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Fig
Ficus carica
Plump, honeyed fruit of the Mediterranean fig tree, with soft, sweet flesh, rich in fibre and minerals, harvested from late summer through autumn.
☀️ Summer
🍂 Autumn
✓ Benefits
- ✓ Rich in fibre: promotes transit and fights constipation
- ✓ Source of minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron)
- ✓ Antioxidant (polyphenols), supports cardiovascular health
- ✓ Energising and remineralising, ideal dried
- ✓ Traditional soothing effect on the digestive and ENT sphere
! Contraindications
- • Rich in sugars: moderation in case of diabetes (especially dried)
- • Possible laxative effect at high doses
- • Latex from fresh figs may irritate skin and mucous membranes
- • Rich in FODMAPs: caution in case of irritable bowel
- • Possible allergy (latex-fruit syndrome)
This information is provided for guidance only and is not a substitute for medical advice. In case of doubt, ongoing treatment, pregnancy or breastfeeding, seek the advice of a healthcare professional.
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