Super source
Carbohydrate
10.0 g · 4% DV target
A versatile stone fruit ranging from tart to honey-sweet, plums offer a succulent texture and a dense concentration of dietary fiber and natural sugar alcohols.
Plums are well-established for their laxative effects, which are attributed to a combination of dietary fibre and sorbitol (a sugar alcohol that draws water into the digestive tract) .58
Dried plums are a notable source of vitamin K (essential for bone health and blood clotting) and potassium, providing significant amounts of these nutrients compared to many other fruits .5
The consumption of dried plums may help lower total and LDL cholesterol levels in individuals with existing health concerns, though systematic reviews indicate that more high-quality research is needed to confirm these cardiovascular benefits .24
Plums have a relatively low glycaemic impact because their fibre, fructose, and sorbitol content slows the rate of gastric emptying (the speed at which food leaves the stomach) .8
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
10.0 g · 4% DV target
9.06 g · 18% DV target
Ripen at room temperature first to ensure best flavor and texture.
Once ripe, refrigeration slows further softening.
Stone fruits generally have a low carbon footprint, though water usage can be a factor in arid growing regions.
The plum was one of the first fruits to be domesticated by humans, with remains found in Neolithic archaeological sites alongside olives and grapes.