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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Canned Asparagus"
| Food Name: Canned Asparagus | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 19 | Total Fat (g): 1 |
| Protein (g): 2 | Carbohydrates (g): 2 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 2 |
| Net Carbs (g): 1 | Water (g): 94 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 21 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 284 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 15 | Omega-6 (mg): 269 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 822 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 41 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 18 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 41 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 96 | Food Folate (mcg): 96 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 96 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 16 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 10 | Phosphorus (mg): 43 |
| Potassium (mg): 172 | Sodium (mg): 287 |
| Selenium (mcg): 2 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 21 | Threonine (mg): 60 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 79 | Leucine (mg): 93 |
| Lysine (mg): 101 | Methionine (mg): 21 |
| Cystine (mg): 25 | Phenylalanine (mg): 51 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 34 | Valine (mg): 82 |
| Arginine (mg): 100 | Histidine (mg): 33 |
| Alanine (mg): 101 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 248 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 350 | Glycine (mg): 69 |
| Proline (mg): 114 | Serine (mg): 81 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 21 | Betaine (mg): 1 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 493 | Lycopene (mcg): 24 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 630 | PRAL Score: -1 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Canned Asparagus
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Canned Asparagus'?
100 grams of 'Canned Asparagus' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 2g (around 4% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 2g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 1g (around 1% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Canned Asparagus'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Canned Asparagus' provides around 19 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 1% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Canned Asparagus' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Canned Asparagus' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 2g protein, 2g carbs, and 1g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Canned Asparagus' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Canned Asparagus' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 16 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 172 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 10 mg (2% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 43 mg (3% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 2 mcg (4% DV),
Sodium (mg): 287 mg (12% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Canned Asparagus in significant amounts?
'Canned Asparagus' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 822 IU (27% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 41 mcg (34% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin C (mg): 18 mg (20% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 96 mcg (24% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 96 mcg (24% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 96 mcg (24% DV).
'Canned Asparagus' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 41 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Canned Asparagus' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Canned Asparagus' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.