Jujube Nutrition facts
Jujube
Jujube, also known as Chinese red date (枣), is an attractive 'drupe' fruit of Chinese origin. Called by the name 'Zao' in mainland China, it grows in the wild as well as cultivated orchards in Korea, Japan, and many Middle Eastern regions. Dry jujube has a similar taste and nutrition profile as that of dates; packed with energy, minerals, and essential vitamins.
Botanically, it belongs to the Rhamnaceae (Buckthorn) family of flowering plants.
Scientific name: Ziziphus jujuba.
| Nutrition Principle | Nutrition Value | Percentage of RDA |
|---|---|---|
| Principle | ||
| Energy | 79 Kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 20.53 g | 16% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 2% |
| Total Fat | 0.20 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Niacin | 0.900 mg | 5% |
| Pyridoxine | 0.081 mg | 6% |
| Riboflavin | 0.040 mg | 3% |
| Thiamin | 0.020 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 40 IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 69 mg | 115% |
| Electrolytes | ||
| Sodium | 3 mg | <1% |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 5% |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.073 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.48 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 10 mg | 2.5% |
| Manganese | 0.084 mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 23 mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.05 mg | <1% |
| Phyto-nutrients | ||
| Catechin | 3.2 mg | -- |
| Quercetin | 1.3 mg | -- |