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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Black Pepper"
| Food Name: Black Pepper | |
| Food Group: Spices and Herbs | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 251 | Total Fat (g): 3 |
| Protein (g): 10 | Carbohydrates (g): 64 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 25 |
| Net Carbs (g): 39 | Water (g): 12 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 739 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 998 | Omega-3 (mg): 152 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 694 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 152 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 547 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 27 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 164 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 17 | Food Folate (mcg): 17 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 17 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 443 | Iron (mg): 10 |
| Magnesium (mg): 171 | Phosphorus (mg): 158 |
| Potassium (mg): 1329 | Sodium (mg): 20 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Copper (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 13 | Selenium (mcg): 5 |
| Fluoride (mcg): 34 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 58 | Threonine (mg): 244 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 366 | Leucine (mg): 1014 |
| Lysine (mg): 244 | Methionine (mg): 96 |
| Cystine (mg): 138 | Phenylalanine (mg): 446 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 483 | Valine (mg): 547 |
| Arginine (mg): 308 | Histidine (mg): 159 |
| Alanine (mg): 616 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1413 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 1413 | Glycine (mg): 441 |
| Proline (mg): 1413 | Serine (mg): 409 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 11 | Betaine (mg): 9 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 310 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 12 |
| Lycopene (mcg): 20 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 454 |
| PRAL Score: -27 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Black Pepper
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Black Pepper'?
100 grams of 'Black Pepper' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 10g (around 20% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 64g (around 23% of daily requirement),
Fat – 3g (around 4% 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 'Black Pepper'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Black Pepper' provides around 251 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 13% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Black Pepper' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Black Pepper' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 10g protein, 64g carbs, and 3g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Black Pepper' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Black Pepper' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 443 mg (34% DV),
Iron (mg): 10 mg (56% DV),
Potassium (mg): 1329 mg (28% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 171 mg (41% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 13 mg (565% DV).
'Black Pepper' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Phosphorus (mg): 158 mg (13% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 5 mcg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 20 mg (1% DV),
Fluoride (mcg): 34 mcg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Black Pepper in significant amounts?
'Black Pepper' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin K (mcg): 164 mcg (137% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin A (IU): 547 IU (18% DV),
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Black Pepper' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 27 mcg (3% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 17 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 17 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 17 mcg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Black Pepper' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Black Pepper' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 13 mg (118% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Iron (mg): 10 mg (22% of max recommended).