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Grapes

Posted on by Mary Ann Lesh
Grapes offer a wealth of health benefits due to their high nutrient and antioxidant contents.

Grapes have been cultivated for thousands of years and have been revered by several ancient civilizations for their use in winemaking. There are many types of grapes including green, red, black, yellow and pink. They grow in clusters and come in seeded and seedless varieties.

1 CUP (151 G) GRAPES
calories 104
carbohydrates 27.3 g
fiber 1.4 g
copper 10% RDI
manganese 5 % RDI
potassium8% RDI
riboflavin6% RDI
thiamine7% RDI
vitamin B66% RDI
vitamin C27% RDI
vitamin K28% RDI
Sources: healthline
Posted in PLANT FOOD FACTS

Figs

Posted on by Mary Ann Lesh
Figs are rich in copper and Vitamin B6.

Recipe: Fig and Walnut Salad

The fig–ficus carica–is a unique fruit with pink flesh full of tiny seeds and an edible purple or green peel. Figs may promote healthy digestion, decrease your risk of heart disease, and help manage blood sugar levels. Fresh figs are low in calories and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals. However, dried figs are high in sugar and calories. Figs are particularly rich in copper, a vital mineral that is involved in metabolism and energy production, and vitamin B6, which plays an important role in brain health .

1 SMALL (40 G) fresh fig
calories 30
carbohydrates 8 g
fiber 1 g
copper 3% DV
magnesium 2% DV
potassium 2% DV
riboflavin 2% DV
thiamine 2% DV
vitamin B6 3% DV
vitamin K 2% DV
Sources: healthline