Medlar has 47 kcal and 7 g sugar per 100 g. A rare fruit that must be bletted (frosted) before eating — the flesh softens from hard and astringent to sweet and brown. A seasonal curiosity in Bulgaria.
How should I track Medlar?
When tracking Medlar, weigh the edible portion — after peeling, coring, or removing seeds. The part you throw away does not count, but it can make up 20–40% of the total weight depending on the fruit. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that fruits are among the most commonly misestimated food groups. One more thing to watch: fresh and dried versions have very different calorie density. A handful of dried fruit can have the same calories as a whole bowl of fresh — always double-check which form you are logging.