Sweet Dark Cherries (Raw)
Fresh Fruits & Berries · 10 specs
Direct Answer
Per 100g pitted sweet cherries, you get 63 kcal, 16.0g carbohydrates (2.1g fiber / 12.8g sugars), 1.06g protein, 0.20g fat, 222mg potassium, 7.0mg Vitamin C, and natural melatonin with a low Glycemic Index of 22.
Source: USDA FoodData Central (NDB# 09070) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 63 kcal (264 kJ) kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 16.0 g g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g g |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g (6.0g glucose, 5.4g fructose) g |
| Protein | 1.06 g g |
| Total Fat | 0.20 g g |
| Potassium | 222 mg mg |
| Vitamin C | 7.0 mg mg |
| Glycemic Index (GI) | 22 (Lowest GI among stone fruits) |
| Water Content | 82.2 % % |
Dietary Melatonin & Uric Acid Clearance
Cherries are one of the few natural food sources of exogenous melatonin, supporting circadian sleep quality. Clinical trials also show anthocyanins in dark cherries significantly lower serum uric acid to protect against gout flare-ups.
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