High in nutrients

Loquats are low-calorie fruits that provide numerous vitamins and minerals, making them very nutritious. One cup (149 grams) of cubed loquats contains:

• Calories: 70
• Carbs: 18 grams
• Protein: 1 gram
• Fiber: 3 grams
• Provitamin A: 46% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin B6: 7% of the DV
• Folate (vitamin B9): 5% of the DV
• Magnesium: 5% of the DV
• Potassium: 11% of the DV
• Manganese: 11% of the DV

These fruits are strong in carotenoid antioxidants, which help to prevent cellular damage and may protect against illness. Carotenoids are also precursors of vitamin A, which is required for normal eyesight, immunological function, and cell development. Loquats also include folate and vitamin B6, which are essential for energy synthesis and blood cell development. They also include magnesium and potassium, which are necessary for nerve and muscle function, as well as manganese, which promotes bone health and metabolism. Loquats are also high in vitamin C, thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), copper, iron, calcium, and phosphorus.