Plums are low in calories and contain no saturated fats, however they hold numerous health-promoting compounds, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. The total antioxidant strength of plums measured in terms of ORAC (Oxygen radical absorbance capacity) is 6259 µmol TE/100 g. Fresh plums are a modest source of vitamin-C which is also a powerful natural antioxidant. Consumption of foods rich in vitamin-C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents, counter inflammation and scavenge harmful free radicals.

Per 100g Plums contain:

Calories - 46

Vitamin C - 9.5mg

Fiber - 1.40g

Protein - 0.70g