Figs' full flavor and chewy texture make them a tasty, nutritious addition to your healthful diet. Use the Nutrition Facts label to discover all the nutrition packed into a serving of figs. Total carbohydrate and sugars are listed on the nutrition label. The USDA's Food Guide Pyramid recommends these complex carbohydrates for the basis of healthful diets. Two to four servings daily of fruit are recommended.
Sugars refer to the natural fruit sugars in figs that give figs their sweetness.
Dietary fiber, found only in plant foods, aids digestion, and may help reduce the risk of some types of cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute's 5 a Day for Better Health program. Most Americans fail to get even half of the recommended 25 to 30 grams daily. Figs are a good source of dietary fiber - about 5 grams a serving. Tips on Storing and Handling Figs Use a sharp knife or a pair of scissors to cut up figs. Run the knife under hot water when it gets sticky.