If you've decided to quit smoking in 2001, develop a fig habit instead. Figs are highly alkaline and can help to soothe withdrawal and cravings. Figs are naturally sweet, rich in texture, but fat free. Consequently they are an excellent alternative to the quitter's refuge - chocolate. Facts for Figgers Figs provide more fibre, both soluble and insoluble, than any other fruit or vegetable.
Figs are rich in iron, calcium and potassium.
Figs have no fat and do not raise cholesterol. Figs are sodium-free. Phytosterols are thought to aid the body's natural ability to lower cholesterol levels. Polyphenols, plentiful in figs, are increasingly attributed with cancer fighting properties. They are thought to block carcinogens, scavenge for anti-oxidants and free radicals and restrict the growth of cancerous cells.