Figs vs Raspberries – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing figs to raspberries, we picked the raspberries.
Why?
Both are great, but it wasn’t close:
In terms of macros, figs have nearly 2x the carbs while raspberries have more than 2x the fiber, giving an easy first-round win for raspberries.
In the category of vitamins, figs have more of vitamins A, B1, B2, and B6, while raspberries have more of vitamins B2, B5, B7, B9, C, E, and K, winning another round.
Looking at minerals next, figs have more calcium and potassium, while raspberries have more copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and zinc, winning their third round in a row.
In other considerations, raspberries have more polyphenols by a long way, especially flavonoids like anthocyanins and flavonols (including a variety of different kinds of quercetin), and phenolic acids too. Another strong point in favor of raspberries.
Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for raspberries, but do enjoy either or both, as diversity is good!
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