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Traditional drink made from fermented plums and salt, electrolyte source
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Salted plum juice (200 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.4 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 8 mg of Vitamin C covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
56
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
12.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 4% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 56 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 640 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 56 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 330 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 140 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
Salted plum juice is a tart, salty drink made from plums fermented with salt. Depending on the recipe, it may be the strained brine or a diluted preparation. Its taste and saltiness vary with the plums, fermentation, and preparation method.
Salted plum juice is made by fermenting plums in brine. Place clean plums in a clean jar, cover them with salted water, and follow a reliable recipe for fermentation conditions. Discard the batch if you see mold or notice an unpleasant, unexpected smell.
Salted plum juice is usually sipped in small amounts, either as it is or diluted with water. Because it can be very salty, start with a little and adjust the dilution to taste. It is not necessary to drink a large serving for hydration.
Salted plum juice tastes sour and salty, with a fruity plum flavor; fermentation can add a deeper, savory note. The balance varies by recipe, so some versions are sharper or saltier than others. Diluting it with water softens the flavor.
Salted plum juice can contribute fluid, but it is not a proven treatment for any condition. Its salt supplies sodium, yet that does not make it equivalent to a properly formulated oral rehydration solution. Use an appropriate rehydration product for illness-related fluid loss.
It can make blood pressure harder to control if it contains a lot of salt. People managing high blood pressure, kidney disease, or a sodium restriction should limit salted plum juice and ask their clinician or dietitian what amount, if any, is appropriate.
Its shelf life depends on how it was fermented and whether it was pasteurized. Keep opened salted plum juice refrigerated in a tightly closed, clean container, follow the package directions if available, and discard it if mold, an unusual odor, or unexpected gas appears.
Not necessarily. Salted plum juice is a drink made from salt-fermented plums, while umeboshi brine is the salty liquid produced when Japanese ume plums are pickled. Ingredients and methods differ, so umeboshi brine may be much saltier and more intensely flavored.
Salted plum juice provides fluid, but its salt content means it is not a reliable stand-in for water or an oral rehydration solution. For ordinary thirst, choose water; for dehydration caused by diarrhea or vomiting, use a correctly formulated rehydration product.
There is no universal rule that salted plum juice must be avoided during pregnancy, but its salt content and the safety of homemade fermentation matter. If you have pregnancy-related high blood pressure or have been told to limit sodium, ask your maternity care professional before drinking it.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B3
0.6mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
640mg · 28% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Salted plum juice is a savoury, tangy drink made with fermented plums and salt. It is enjoyed in food traditions where salted or preserved plums are familiar, though it is not a standard everyday drink everywhere. Its precise flavour and strength can vary with how it is made.
Expect a sharp, sour-salty taste rather than the sweetness of fruit juice. It can be served chilled alongside a meal or sipped on a warm day; if the flavour is too intense, dilute it with water. Nutritionally, it is low in calories—28 per 100 g—and contains some carbohydrate from the plums. Its saltiness makes a small serving a sensible choice if you are watching your salt intake.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.