dates always seem like a good idea

"mmmmm, dates"

a real seasonal treat

yet the date has nothing going for it really

skin -- like the carapace of the cockroach with some oil-free moisturiser rubbed into it

flesh -- a sugary fibrous goo that immediately enslimes your teeth and attacks the enamel

nutritionally - some minerals but overall pretty unimpressive

figs are a whole other story

retaining succulence even after the drying process

and good for you too