Cherries, West Indian, flesh only

West Indian cherries, also known as acerola, are a fruit. The figures here describe the flesh only and are drawn from literature sources. Per 100g, the flesh provides 5g of carbohydrate, all of which is sugars, 0.4g of fat and 1720mg of vitamin C. It provides little protein.

Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation, which is important for skin, gums and other tissues, and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. The sugar content is worth noting when monitoring carbohydrate or sugar intake. Full nutrient figures are shown in the tables below.