Jujube, Chinese, fresh, dried
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 217.6 MG | 242% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 63 MG | 5% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.1 MG | 28% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 68 MG | 5% | |
| Potassium, K | 217 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.4 MG | 4% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 26% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 31.1 MG | 1351% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0 UG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (6g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (28% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (26% DV).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (1351% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (242% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Jujube, Chinese, fresh, dried
Dried Chinese jujube, sometimes sold as red dates, is a chewy, wrinkled fruit with a flavor that lands somewhere between dates and dried apricots - caramel-sweet with a faint tartness underneath. Drying concentrates the natural sugars and carbohydrates considerably, making each piece more calorie-dense than the fresh version. The fiber content is meaningful, which slows down the sugar hit somewhat. Common in Chinese herbal teas, congee toppings, and dessert soups, jujube has deep roots in traditional medicine as well as everyday cooking.
Dietary Information
Jujube, Chinese, fresh, dried is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Jujube, Chinese, fresh, dried include Manganese, Mn (1351% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (242% DV) , Iron, Fe (28% DV) , and Copper, Cu (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 281 calories per 100 grams, Jujube, Chinese, fresh, dried gets 7% of its calories from protein, 103% from carbohydrates, and 2% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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