How many calories are in a fig?

One medium fresh fig (50g) has about 37 calories, a small fig has 30, and a large fig has 47. Per 100g, fresh figs come to 74 calories, which is low for fruit and close to an apple at 52 cal/100g.

How many calories are in dried figs vs fresh figs?

Dried figs pack about 249 calories per 100g, more than three times the 74 calories in fresh figs. Drying removes water and concentrates the sugar, so a handful of dried figs adds up much faster than the same weight of fresh fruit.

Are figs keto-friendly?

Not really. Fresh figs have 16.3g net carbs per 100g, and even one medium fig contributes about 8g net carbs. A single fig can squeeze into a strict keto day, but two or three will use up most of a 20g carb limit.

Can diabetics eat figs?

Yes, in sensible portions. Fresh figs have a glycemic index around 51, at the top of the low range, with a glycemic load of about 8 per 100g. The 2.9g of fiber per 100g slows sugar absorption, but dried figs hit harder, so favor fresh.

Are figs good for weight loss?

Fresh figs fit a weight loss diet well. At 37 calories per medium fig with 2.9g fiber per 100g, two figs make a sweet 74-calorie snack that beats most desserts. Just be careful with dried figs, which are far more calorie-dense at 249 cal/100g.

What nutrients are in figs?

Per 100g, fresh figs provide 232mg of potassium, 35mg of calcium (more than most fresh fruit), 2.9g of fiber, and small amounts of iron and vitamin A. They deliver these nutrients at just 74 calories per 100g.

How do I pick and store fresh figs?

A ripe fig feels soft but not mushy, droops slightly at the neck, and smells sweet. Figs are among the most perishable fruits: refrigerate them in a single layer and eat within 2-3 days of ripening.

Figs vs banana: which has more calories?

Bananas are slightly higher at 89 calories per 100g versus 74 for fresh figs. Piece for piece the gap is bigger, since a medium banana runs about 105 calories while a medium fig is only 37.

How many figs can I eat per day?

Two to three fresh figs a day is a reasonable portion, adding 74-111 calories and roughly 16-24g of natural sugar. That leaves plenty of room in a 2,000-calorie day while still counting toward your daily fruit servings.