Apple vs Fig – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing apples to figs, we picked the figs.

Why?

These two fruits are both known for being quite rich in sugar (but also rich in fiber, which offsets it metabolically), and indeed their macros are quite similar. That said, figs have slightly more fiber, carbs, and protein. Both are considered low glycemic index foods. We can consider this category a tie, or perhaps a nominal win for figs.

In the category of vitamins, apples have more of vitamins C and E, while figs have more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, and B9, with noteworthy margins of difference. A clear for figs here!

Looking at minerals, apples are not higher in any minerals, while figs are several times higher in calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc. An overwhelming third-round win for figs.

Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for figs, but by all means do enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!

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Take care!