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

Blackberries vs papaya: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: blackberries scores 85/100 and papaya 85/100, 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

Papaya

85/100Excellent nutrient density

43 kcal per 100 g. 1 cup cubes: 145 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAbout even43 vs 43 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinBlackberries1.4 vs 0.5 g per 100 g
  • More fiberBlackberries5.3 vs 1.7 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarBlackberries4.9 vs 7.8 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumPapaya162 vs 182 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 gPapaya, 100 gBlackberries, 144 gPapaya, 145 g
Calories43 kcal43 kcal62 kcal62 kcal
Protein1.4 g0.5 g2 g0.7 g
Carbohydrates9.6 g11 g14 g16 g
Sugars4.9 g7.8 g7 g11 g
Fiber5.3 g1.7 g7.6 g2.5 g
Fat0.5 g0.3 g0.7 g0.4 g
Saturated fat<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g0.1 g
Vitamin C21 mg61 mg30 mg88 mg
Vitamin A11 µg47 µg16 µg68 µg
Potassium162 mg182 mg233 mg264 mg
Iron0.6 mg0.3 mg0.9 mg0.4 mg
Calcium29 mg20 mg42 mg29 mg
Magnesium20 mg21 mg29 mg30 mg
Sodium1 mg8 mg1.4 mg12 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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