Jamun Benefits & Nutrition
Jamun benefits: nutrition per 100 g (60 kcal), how much to eat a day, who should be careful and its season in India. Also called Java plum / black plum.
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Java plum / black plum · Fruits
- 60 kcalenergy
- 0.7 gprotein
- 0.9 gfibre
- Jun–Aug (monsoon)best season in India
Per 100 g (raw fruit) 🟢 In season now
Health benefits of jamun
- Low in calories and a good monsoon snack fruit.
- Its purple anthocyanins have antioxidant activity.
- Jamun seed has been studied for blood-sugar effects, but the evidence in people is still limited — it is not a diabetes treatment.
- Is a source of vitamin C.
How to eat it
Eat fresh with a pinch of black salt, or blend into a chilled jamun drink. Wash well — the colour stains.
How much a day: A small bowl (about 100 g) is a sensible serving.
Who should be careful
- If you take diabetes medicine, talk to your doctor before using jamun-seed powder — it may add to the glucose-lowering effect.
- Avoid eating very large amounts on an empty stomach; it can cause acidity in some people.
Best season in India
Jun–Aug (monsoon). See the month-by-month seasonal chart →
Frequently asked questions
What are the health benefits of jamun?
Low in calories and a good monsoon snack fruit. Its purple anthocyanins have antioxidant activity. Jamun seed has been studied for blood-sugar effects, but the evidence in people is still limited — it is not a diabetes treatment.
How much jamun can I have a day?
A small bowl (about 100 g) is a sensible serving. Eat fresh with a pinch of black salt, or blend into a chilled jamun drink. Wash well — the colour stains.
Who should be careful with jamun?
If you take diabetes medicine, talk to your doctor before using jamun-seed powder — it may add to the glucose-lowering effect. Avoid eating very large amounts on an empty stomach; it can cause acidity in some people.
When is jamun in season in India?
Jun–Aug (monsoon).
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