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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Avocados"
| Food Name: Avocados | |
| Food Group: Fruits | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 160 | Total Fat (g): 15 |
| Protein (g): 2 | Carbohydrates (g): 9 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 7 |
| Net Carbs (g): 2 | Water (g): 73 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 2 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 9799 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1816 | Omega-3 (mg): 111 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 1689 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 111 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 146 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 7 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 10 | Vitamin E (mg): 2 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 21 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 81 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 81 | Folate DFE (mcg): 81 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 12 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 29 | Phosphorus (mg): 52 |
| Potassium (mg): 485 | Sodium (mg): 7 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Fluoride (mcg): 7 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 25 | Threonine (mg): 73 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 84 | Leucine (mg): 143 |
| Lysine (mg): 132 | Methionine (mg): 38 |
| Cystine (mg): 27 | Phenylalanine (mg): 97 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 49 | Valine (mg): 107 |
| Arginine (mg): 88 | Histidine (mg): 49 |
| Alanine (mg): 109 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 236 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 287 | Glycine (mg): 104 |
| Proline (mg): 98 | Serine (mg): 114 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 14 | Betaine (mg): 1 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 62 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 24 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 271 | PRAL Score: -8 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Avocados
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Avocados'?
100 grams of 'Avocados' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 2g (around 4% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 9g (around 3% of daily requirement),
Fat – 15g (around 19% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Avocados'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Avocados' provides around 160 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 8% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Avocados' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Avocados' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 2g protein, 9g carbs, and 15g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Avocados' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Avocados' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 12 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 485 mg (10% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 29 mg (7% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 52 mg (4% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 7 mg (0% DV),
Fluoride (mcg): 7 mcg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Avocados in significant amounts?
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin K (mcg): 21 mcg (18% DV),
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 81 mcg (20% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 81 mcg (20% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 81 mcg (20% DV).
'Avocados' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 7 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 146 IU (5% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 10 mg (11% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 mg (13% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Avocados' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Avocados' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.