Goji Berry Dried Nutrition

Nutrients in 100 g (3.5 oz)

Updated | 2024-05-22

Written and reviewed by the NatureClaim Team




Goji Berry Dried


Overview of Goji Berry Dried Nutrition

Scientific Name: Lycium barbarum / Lycium chinense


Order: Solanales


Family: Solanaceae


In brief goji berry has: vitamin C (48.40 mg | 54% DV) vitamin A (8040 mcg | 893% DV) iron (6.80 mg | 38% DV) Goji berries (Lycium barbarum/Lycium chinense) or wolfberries are widely cultivated in China for use in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Goji berries are sweet with slightly sour flavor and have a vibrant red hue. Dried goji berries contain high amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and iron. However, little is known about the content of other vitamins and minerals. In addition, there is no information on the flavonoid content of goji berries. Vitamin A (893% DV) may enhance eye health and protect against eye disorders like vision loss. Vitamin C (54% daily value [DV]) is an antioxidant that has many health benefits. For instance, vitamin C is used by the body to make collagen and important for the immune system. Iron (38% DV) is an essential mineral involved in oxygen transport and the production of healthy red blood cells. Goji berries are a good source of iron. The fruits are also high in fiber (46% DV) which is important for digestion. Goji berries are widely available in a dried form and can be used in both sweet and savory recipes. One can also soak dried goji berries for a few minutes in water to soften them. Rehydrated goji berries make a great addition to a variety of dishes.



Calories
Name Amount % Daily Value
Calories 349 kcal 17%


Carbohydrates
Name Amount % Daily Value
Total Carbs 77.06 g 28%
Dietary Fiber 13.00 g 46%
Sugars 45.61 g
Starch - g


Sterols
Name Amount % Daily Value
Cholesterol 0.00 mg 0%
Phytosterols - mg


Fat and Fatty Acids
Name Amount % Daily Value
Total Fat 0.39 g 1%
Saturated Fat 0.00 g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat - g
Polyunsaturated Fat, total - g
  • 18:2 n-6 (LA), Omega-6
- g
  • 18:3 n-6 (GLA)
- g
  • 18:3 n-3 (ALA), Omega-3
- g
  • 18:4 n-3 (SDA)
- g
  • 20:5 n-3 (EPA)
- g
  • 22:5 n-3 (DPA)
- g
  • 22:6 n-3 (DHA)
- g
Trans Fat 0.00 g


Protein and Amino Acids
Name Amount % Daily Value
Protein, total 14.26 g 29%
  • Tryptophan
- g
  • Threonine
0.36 g
  • Isoleucine
0.26 g
  • Leucine
0.46 g
  • Lysine
0.23 g
  • Methionine
0.09 g
  • Cystine
0.14 g
  • Phenylalanine
0.27 g
  • Tyrosine
0.22 g
  • Valine
0.32 g
  • Arginine
0.72 g
  • Histidine
0.16 g
  • Alanine
0.70 g
  • Aspartic Acid
1.71 g
  • Glutamic Acid
1.43 g
  • Glycine
0.30 g
  • Proline
1.00 g
  • Serine
0.50 g


Vitamins
Name Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C 48.40 mg 54%
Thiamin - mg -
Riboflavin - mg -
Niacin - mg -
Pantothenic Acid - mg -
Vitamin B6 - mg -
Folate, total - mcg -
  • Folic Acid
0.00 mcg
  • Food Folate (dietary folate equivalent)
- mcg
Choline - mg -
Betaine - mg
Vitamin B12 - mcg -
Vitamin A, total 8040.00 mcg 893%
  • Retinol Acitiviy Equivalent
8040.00 mcg
  • Retinol
0.00 mcg
  • Beta-Carotene
- mcg
  • Alpha-Carotene
- mcg
  • Beta-Cryptoxanthin
- mcg
Lycopene - mcg
Lutein and Zeaxanthin - mcg
Vitamin E, total - mg -
  • Alpha-Tocopherol
- mg
  • Beta-Tocopherol
- mg
  • Gamma-Tocopherol
- mg
  • Delta-Tocopherol
- mg
Vitamin D - mcg -
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) - mcg -
Biotin - mcg -


Minerals
Name Amount % Daily Value
Calcium 190.00 mg 15%
Iron 6.80 mg 38%
Magnesium - mg -
Phosphorus - mg -
Potassium - mg -
Sodium 298.00 mg 13%
Zinc - mg -
Copper - mg -
Manganese - mg -
Selenium - mcg -
Iodine - mcg -
Chromium - mcg -
Molybdenum - mcg -
Chloride - mg -
Fluoride - mg


Flavonoids
Name Amount


Others
Name Amount
Water 7.50 g
Ash 0.78 g
Alcohol 0.00 g
Caffeine 0.00 mg
Theobromine 0.00 mg
Resveratrol - mg
Phytoalbumin - mg
Chlorogenic Acid - mg

The "-" means insufficient data.

% Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet or refer to the Dietary Reference Intakes for a specific life stage.


Reference(s):

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, Current Release.

National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Fact Sheets. Accessed from https://ods.od.nih.gov/.


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