Early version. Nutrient values from USDA FoodData Central; dietitian review in progress. Not medical advice.

Blackberries vs orange: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: blackberries scores 85/100 and orange 84/100, so pick by your goal. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Blackberries

85/100Excellent nutrient density

43 kcal per 100 g. 1 cup: 144 g

Orange

84/100Excellent nutrient density

47 kcal per 100 g. 1 medium orange: 131 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAbout even43 vs 47 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinAbout even1.4 vs 0.9 g per 100 g
  • More fiberBlackberries5.3 vs 2.4 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarBlackberries4.9 vs 9.3 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumOrange162 vs 181 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAbout even<0.1 vs <0.1 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientBlackberries, 100 gOrange, 100 gBlackberries, 144 gOrange, 131 g
Calories43 kcal47 kcal62 kcal62 kcal
Protein1.4 g0.9 g2 g1.2 g
Carbohydrates9.6 g12 g14 g15 g
Sugars4.9 g9.3 g7 g12 g
Fiber5.3 g2.4 g7.6 g3.1 g
Fat0.5 g0.1 g0.7 g0.2 g
Saturated fat<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g
Vitamin C21 mg53 mg30 mg70 mg
Vitamin A11 µg11 µg16 µg14 µg
Potassium162 mg181 mg233 mg237 mg
Iron0.6 mg0.1 mg0.9 mg0.1 mg
Calcium29 mg40 mg42 mg52 mg
Magnesium20 mg10 mg29 mg13 mg
Sodium1 mg0 mg1.4 mg0 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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