How healthy is jujube?
Is jujube healthy? Yes, for most people. Jujube scores 86/100 on the HowHealthyIs Score: 100 g provides 79 kcal, 69 mg vitamin C and 250 mg potassium. Fresh jujubes taste like a crisp apple and are a strong source of vitamin C for their calories. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Score explained
The score compares nutrient density per 100 kcal across every food we cover (NRF9.3 method). Jujube ranks higher than 86% of them.
Counts in favor (% daily value per 100 kcal)
- Vitamin C97%
- Potassium7%
- Iron3%
- Protein3%
- Magnesium3%
- Calcium2%
- Vitamin A0%
- Fiber0%
- Vitamin E0%
Counts against
- Saturated fat0%
- Added sugars0%
- Sodium0%
Raw NRF9.3: 116 minus 0 = 115. The score is not a verdict on whether to eat a food; portion, the whole meal and your own health matter more. Full methodology
How many calories are in jujube?
Calories79kcal
Protein1.2g
Carbohydrates20g
Fat0.2g
Fiber0g
Sugars0g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per portion | %DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and macronutrients | |||
| Calories | 79 kcal | 79 kcal | |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 1.2 g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g | 20 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Omega-3 fats | 0 g | 0 g | |
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 2 µg | 2 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 69 mg | 69 mg | 77% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 21 mg | 21 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 0.5 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 250 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 10 mg | 10 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | <0.1 mg | <0.1 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 3 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, "Jujube, raw" (FDC 168151). Values rounded.
Why is jujube good for you?
- 69 mg vitamin C in 100 g fresh fruit, 77% of the daily value. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
Good ways to use it
- Fresh as a crunchy snack
- Simmered in soups and teas
What should you watch out for?
- Dried jujubes (red dates) are far more concentrated in sugar and calories. The pits are hard; remove them for children.
Which fruits score higher?
Other fruits with more nutrition per calorie. Variety matters more than picking one winner.
How does jujube compare?
Common questions about jujube
How many calories are in jujube?
100 g of jujube has 79 kcal. A typical portion, 100 g fresh fruit (100 g), has about 79 kcal.
How much protein is in jujube?
Jujube has 1.2 g of protein per 100 g, or about 1.2 g in 100 g fresh fruit.
Is jujube good for weight loss?
Jujube is low in calories (79 kcal per 100 g), so it adds volume to meals without many calories. No single food causes weight loss; the overall diet does.