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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Bay Leaves"
| Food Name: Bay Leaves | |
| Food Group: Spices and Herbs | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 313 | Total Fat (g): 8 |
| Protein (g): 8 | Carbohydrates (g): 75 |
| Fiber (g): 26 | Net Carbs (g): 49 |
| Water (g): 5 | |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 2 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1640 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 2290 | Omega-3 (mg): 1050 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 1240 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 6185 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 309 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 47 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 |
| Vitamin B6 (mg): 2 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 180 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 180 | Folate DFE (mcg): 180 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 834 | Iron (mg): 43 |
| Magnesium (mg): 120 | Phosphorus (mg): 113 |
| Potassium (mg): 529 | Sodium (mg): 23 |
| Zinc (mg): 4 | Manganese (mg): 8 |
| Selenium (mcg): 3 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: -17 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Bay Leaves
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Bay Leaves'?
100 grams of 'Bay Leaves' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 8g (around 16% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 75g (around 27% of daily requirement),
Fat – 8g (around 10% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Bay Leaves'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Bay Leaves' provides around 313 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 16% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Bay Leaves' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Bay Leaves' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 8g protein, 75g carbs, and 8g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Bay Leaves' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Bay Leaves' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 834 mg (64% DV),
Iron (mg): 43 mg (239% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 120 mg (29% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Manganese (mg): 8 mg (348% DV).
'Bay Leaves' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 529 mg (11% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 113 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 3 mcg (5% DV),
Sodium (mg): 23 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Bay Leaves in significant amounts?
'Bay Leaves' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 309 mcg (34% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 6185 IU (206% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 47 mg (52% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 2 mg (154% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 180 mcg (45% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 180 mcg (45% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 180 mcg (45% DV).
'Bay Leaves' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 mg (13% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Bay Leaves' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Bay Leaves' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Iron (mg): 43 mg (96% of max recommended),
Manganese (mg): 8 mg (73% of max recommended).