Imported year-round; harvest season varies by country of originGoji Berry Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Goji Berry (Lycium barbarum) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler fruit library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 349 kcal and includes 6.8 mg iron, 13 g fiber, 48.4 mg vitamin C. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation. The linked USDA profile is listed as “Goji berries, dried”; its values describe that preparation state rather than a generic fresh equivalent.
Goji Berry benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 349 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 7.5 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 13 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 48.4 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 190 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 6.8 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of goji berry depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Goji Berry nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 28 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 28 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 349 kcal | 97.7 kcal |
| Water | 7.5 g | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 14.3 g | 4 g |
| Total fat | 0.39 g | 0.109 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 77.1 g | 21.6 g |
| Dietary fiber | 13 g | 3.6 g |
| Total sugars | 45.6 g | 12.8 g |
| Ash | 0.78 g | 0.218 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 190 mg | 53.2 mg |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 83.4 mg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 48.4 mg | 13.6 mg |
| Amino acids | ||
| Threonine | 0.358 g | 0.1 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.261 g | 0.073 g |
| Leucine | 0.456 g | 0.128 g |
| Lysine | 0.233 g | 0.065 g |
| Methionine | 0.087 g | 0.024 g |
| Cystine | 0.144 g | 0.04 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.271 g | 0.076 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.222 g | 0.062 g |
| Valine | 0.316 g | 0.088 g |
| Arginine | 0.722 g | 0.202 g |
| Histidine | 0.157 g | 0.044 g |
| Alanine | 0.698 g | 0.195 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.7 g | 0.479 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Glycine | 0.304 g | 0.085 g |
| Proline | 1 g | 0.28 g |
| Serine | 0.498 g | 0.139 g |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Goji Berry?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 349 kcal. A 28 g reference serving provides approximately 97.7 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Goji Berry in the kitchen
Goji Berry can be eaten on its own when appropriate, added to breakfast bowls, salads or desserts, or used in sauces and drinks. Preparation changes the edible portion and may alter nutrient values. The linked USDA profile is listed as “Goji berries, dried”; its values describe that preparation state rather than a generic fresh equivalent.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
