Camu Camu possesses various antioxidants and amino acids. It is also a good source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, protein, fatty acids. It provides astringent, emollient, anti-inflammatory and nutritional properties.
Nutritional value of Camu Camu
Serving Size: 1 Cup (100 g)
Calories 17 Kcal. Calories from Fat 1.8 Kcal.
| Proximity | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 94.4 g | N/D |
| Energy | 17 Kcal | N/D |
| Energy | 71 kJ | N/D |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1.00% |
| Total Fat (lipid) | 0.2 g | 0.57% |
| Ash | 0.2 g | N/D |
| Carbohydrate | 4.7 g | 3.62% |
| Total dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 1.58% |
| Total Sugars | 1.28 g | N/D |
| Fructose | 0.95 g | N/D |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Manganese, Mn | 2.11 mg | 91.74% |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.6mg | 32.73% |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 mg | 22.22% |
| Iron, Fe | 0.5 mg | 6.25% |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12.38 mg | 2.95% |
| Calcium, Ca | 27 mg | 2.70% |
| Phosphorus, P | 17 mg | 2.43% |
| Sodium, Na | 11.13 mg | 0.74% |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) | 2,994 mg | 3326.67% |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.04 mg | 3.08% |
| Vitamin A | 14.2 µg | 2.03% |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.01 mg | 0.83% |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.062 mg | 0.39% |
| Carotenoids | 355 µg | N/D |
| Phytochemicals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Flavanols | ||
| Catechin | 2.2 mg | N/D |
| Quercetin (dry weight) | 42 mg | N/D |
| Rutin | 4 mg | N/D |
| Kaempferol (dry weight) | 2.1 mg | N/D |
| Flavanones | ||
| Naringenin | 6.9 mg | N/D |
| Eriodictyol | 0.6 mg | N/D |
| Ellagic acid | 490 mg | N/D |
*Above mentioned Percent Daily Values (%DVs) are based on 2,000 calorie diet intake. Daily values (DVs) may be different depending upon your daily calorie needs. Mentioned values are recommended by a U.S. Department of Agriculture. They are not healthbenefitstimes.com recommendations. Calculations are based on average age of 19 to 50 years and weighs 194 lbs.
Source: USDA