8 Fruits With More Vitamin A Than a Tomato

Eight fruits contain more vitamin A per 100 grams than a tomato, which has 42 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g. The top fruits include Cantaloupe with 169 mcg, Apricot with 96 mcg, and Persimmon with 81 mcg.

This article presents a ranked list of fruits that provide higher amounts of vitamin A compared to a tomato. The values are measured per 100 grams.

Fruits With More Vitamin A Than a Tomato

Below is a table showcasing the fruits with the highest vitamin A content per 100 grams.

All values are per 100 grams (about 3.5 oz), the standard basis for comparing foods gram for gram.

#	Food	Vitamin A (per 100 g)	% Daily Value	% More Than a tomato
1	Cantaloupe	169 mcg	19%	302%
2	Apricot	96 mcg	11%	129%
3	Persimmon	81 mcg	9%	93%
4	Passion Fruit	64 mcg	7%	52%
5	Grapefruit	58 mcg	6%	38%
6	Plantain	56 mcg	6%	33%
7	Mango	54 mcg	6%	29%
8	Papaya	47 mcg	5%	12%

For reference, a tomato has 42 mcg of vitamin a per 100 g, about 5% of the Daily Value (900 mcg).

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Sources and Method

Vitamin A values are from the USDA FoodData Central database, expressed per 100 grams of the food as commonly eaten. Foods are included only when their per-100-gram vitamin a content is higher than that of a tomato (42 mcg), and ranked highest first. Percent Daily Value uses the US reference intake of 900 mcg. Values vary with variety, growing conditions and preparation. This is educational and not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What fruits have the most vitamin a?

Cantaloupe has the most vitamin A, with 169 mcg per 100 g, followed by Apricot at 96 mcg and Persimmon at 81 mcg.

Does a tomato have a lot of vitamin a?

A tomato contains 42 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, which is relatively low compared to some other fruits.

How much vitamin a do you need per day?

The recommended daily value of vitamin A for adults is 900 mcg, making it essential to consume a variety of vitamin A-rich foods.

Are these vitamin a values per 100 grams or per serving?

The vitamin A values listed are per 100 grams, ensuring a consistent comparison across different fruits.

Key Takeaways

• Eight fruits exceed the vitamin A content of a tomato.
• A tomato has 42 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g.
• Cantaloupe, Apricot, and Persimmon are the top three fruits for vitamin A.
• Daily vitamin A needs for adults are 900 mcg.