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

Orange vs raspberries: which is healthier?

They are about equally nutrient-dense: orange scores 84/100 and raspberries 83/100, 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.

Orange

84/100Excellent nutrient density

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

Raspberries

83/100Excellent nutrient density

52 kcal per 100 g. 1 cup: 123 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesAbout even47 vs 52 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinAbout even0.9 vs 1.2 g per 100 g
  • More fiberRaspberries2.4 vs 6.5 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarRaspberries9.3 vs 4.4 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumOrange181 vs 151 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.
NutrientOrange, 100 gRaspberries, 100 gOrange, 131 gRaspberries, 123 g
Calories47 kcal52 kcal62 kcal64 kcal
Protein0.9 g1.2 g1.2 g1.5 g
Carbohydrates12 g12 g15 g15 g
Sugars9.3 g4.4 g12 g5.4 g
Fiber2.4 g6.5 g3.1 g8 g
Fat0.1 g0.7 g0.2 g0.8 g
Saturated fat<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g<0.1 g
Vitamin C53 mg26 mg70 mg32 mg
Vitamin A11 µg2 µg14 µg2.5 µg
Potassium181 mg151 mg237 mg186 mg
Iron0.1 mg0.7 mg0.1 mg0.8 mg
Calcium40 mg25 mg52 mg31 mg
Magnesium10 mg22 mg13 mg27 mg
Sodium0 mg1 mg0 mg1.2 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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