Fig

Your gut will thank you

Rich in both soluble and insoluble fibre, and it acts as a natural prebiotic that feeds gut bacteria. It also contains ficin, an enzyme that aids digestion — from the same family as the ones found in pineapple and papaya.

A sweet that's good for your heart

High in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure. A rare combination: genuinely sweet and heart-friendly at the same time.

An exception among fruits

Most fruit contains almost no calcium — figs are an exception. Combined with magnesium and potassium, they're one of the few fruits that actually support bone health.

Support from within against summer sun

Rich in polyphenols and antioxidants that help the skin cope with oxidative stress during the sunniest months. Fresh or dried, it doesn't matter.