Figs, dried, stewed with sugar

Dried figs stewed with sugar are dried fig fruit cooked in water with added sugar. This preparation mainly provides carbohydrate, with smaller amounts of protein and fat, and contributes minerals including calcium and potassium. Per 100g, it contains 34g of carbohydrate, all of which is sugars, alongside 130mg of calcium and 510mg of potassium.

The sugars in this preparation include those naturally present in the figs and those added during cooking. Its sugar content is relevant for people monitoring their sugar or carbohydrate intake. Calcium helps maintain bones and teeth, while potassium supports normal nerve and muscle function. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.