Fruits

Dragon Fruit

per 1/2 dragon fruit (~200g edible)

13–17gsugar
13gnatural sugar

60% of the WHO 25g/day free-sugar guideline

What it takes to burn this off

60calories from this sugar
~14 minbrisk walk (~5.6 km/h)
~6 minrunning (~8 km/h)

Estimated for a typical 70kg (154 lb) adult — actual calories burned vary by body weight, pace, and fitness level. General reference only, not personalized advice.

Also called pitaya. Half a dragon fruit is a typical serving; the flesh is mostly water, giving it a moderate sugar load for its size.

Figures are for general reference, not personalized medical guidance; always confirm with a lab-tested label or professional for dietary decisions.

Source: USDA FoodData Central — pitaya (dragon fruit), raw (last verified 2026-08-23)