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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Bitter Melon"
| Food Name: Bitter Melon | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 17 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 4 | Fiber (g): 3 |
| Net Carbs (g): 1 | Water (g): 94 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 471 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 24 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 84 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 72 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 72 | Folate DFE (mcg): 72 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 19 | Magnesium (mg): 17 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 31 | Potassium (mg): 296 |
| Sodium (mg): 5 | Zinc (mg): 1 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 190 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 185 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 170 | PRAL Score: -5 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Bitter Melon
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Bitter Melon'?
100 grams of 'Bitter Melon' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 4g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% 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 'Bitter Melon'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Bitter Melon' provides around 17 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 1% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Bitter Melon' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Bitter Melon' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 4g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Bitter Melon' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Bitter Melon' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 19 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 296 mg (6% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 17 mg (4% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 31 mg (2% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Bitter Melon in significant amounts?
'Bitter Melon' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 84 mg (93% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin A (IU): 471 IU (16% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 72 mcg (18% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 72 mcg (18% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 72 mcg (18% DV).
'Bitter Melon' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 24 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Bitter Melon' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Bitter Melon' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.