Mango: what it contains and why it matters
Mango is the king of fruits (aam). This page lists its nutritional content from published sources and explains which lab parameters it relates to.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-04
Nutritional content of mango
Per 100 g edible portion, from published composition data.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 60 kcal | USDA |
| Carbohydrate | 14.98 g | USDA |
| Protein | 0.82 g | USDA |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.38 g | USDA |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | USDA |
| Vitamin C | 36.4 mg | USDA |
| Vitamin A | 54 µg | USDA |
| Potassium | 168 mg | USDA |
| Folate | 43 µg | USDA |
| Calcium | 11 mg | USDA |
Which lab parameters does mango relate to?
Vitamin C
Vitamin C supports the immune system and helps the body absorb non-heme iron from plant foods [WHO].
Vitamin A
Vitamin A supports vision, the immune system and the health of skin [WHO].
Potassium
Potassium helps nerves and muscles work and helps balance the body's fluids [WHO].
Vegetarian and dietary notes
Mango is a botanical fruit suitable for both vegetarian and vegan diets.
Frequently asked questions
Which vitamins are most abundant in mango?
Raw mango contains significant amounts of vitamin C (36.4 mg per 100 g) and vitamin A (54 µg RAE per 100 g) [USDA]. Vitamin C acts as a water-soluble antioxidant and cofactor for enzymatic reactions, while vitamin A supports cellular differentiation and phototransduction in the retina.
What is the carbohydrate and sugar profile of raw mango?
A 100 g portion of raw mango contains 14.98 g of carbohydrates, which includes 13.66 g of naturally occurring sugars (sucrose, glucose, and fructose) and 1.6 g of dietary fiber [USDA]. Carbohydrates serve as a primary substrate for cellular energy metabolism.
How much potassium is present in raw mango?
Raw mango provides 168 mg of potassium per 100 g [USDA]. Potassium functions as the principal intracellular cation, essential for maintaining transmembrane electrochemical gradients and normal cellular volume.
What form of vitamin A does mango provide?
Mango contains carotenoid pigments, primarily beta-carotene, which act as provitamin A compounds that the human body can metabolize into retinol.
What is the dietary fiber content of raw mango?
Raw mango provides 1.6 g of total dietary fiber per 100 g [USDA]. Dietary fiber consists of nondigestible plant carbohydrates that influence gut transit time and stool bulk.
Sources
- USDA — USDA FoodData Central, Agricultural Research Service. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/
- WHO — World Health Organization — nutrition fact sheets. https://www.who.int/