1 piece (medium) of Yu (130 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.3 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 44.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 49% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Yu Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

118

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

27.9g

· 10% DV

Protein

1.5g

· 3% DV

Fat

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.8g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 5% · Fat 1%

Yu Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

34mg · 38% DV

0.2mg · 12% DV

0.09mg · 8% DV

0.3mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Potassium ⭐

271mg · 8% DV

Phosphorus

43mg · 6% DV

Magnesium

21mg · 5% DV

Calcium

16mg · 2% DV

How Nutritious Is Yu?

Nutrient density

Medium

48/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

39/ 100

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.

Yu Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Yu

To burn the 118 calories in 100 g:

🚶

29min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

16min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Yu Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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.

Does Yu Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Yu Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Yu Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.03g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.01g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.03g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yu

How many calories are in yu?

Yu provides 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.9 g of carbohydrates, 1.5 g of protein, and 0.1 g of fat per 100 g.

Is yu suitable for a low-glycemic or gluten-free diet?

Yu has a glycemic index of 46. It is compatible with gluten-free eating and is also suitable for vegan, vegetarian, Paleo, Mediterranean, pescatarian, flexitarian, and omnivore diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026