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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Canned Pumpkin"
| Food Name: Canned Pumpkin | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 34 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 8 | Sugars (g): 3 |
| Fiber (g): 3 | Net Carbs (g): 5 |
| Water (g): 90 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 37 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 15 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 8 | Omega-6 (mg): 7 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 15563 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 778 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 4 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 16 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 12 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 12 | Folate DFE (mcg): 12 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 26 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 23 | Phosphorus (mg): 35 |
| Potassium (mg): 206 | Sodium (mg): 5 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 13 | Threonine (mg): 32 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 34 | Leucine (mg): 51 |
| Lysine (mg): 60 | Methionine (mg): 12 |
| Cystine (mg): 3 | Phenylalanine (mg): 35 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 46 | Valine (mg): 38 |
| Arginine (mg): 59 | Histidine (mg): 17 |
| Alanine (mg): 31 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 112 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 202 | Glycine (mg): 29 |
| Proline (mg): 29 | Serine (mg): 48 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 10 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 6940 |
| Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 4795 | PRAL Score: -3 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Canned Pumpkin
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Canned Pumpkin'?
100 grams of 'Canned Pumpkin' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 8g (around 3% 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 'Canned Pumpkin'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Canned Pumpkin' provides around 34 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 2% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Canned Pumpkin' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Canned Pumpkin' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 8g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Canned Pumpkin' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Canned Pumpkin' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 26 mg (2% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 206 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 23 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 35 mg (3% DV),
Sodium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Canned Pumpkin in significant amounts?
'Canned Pumpkin' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 778 mcg (86% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 15563 IU (519% DV).
'Canned Pumpkin' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 4 mg (4% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 16 mcg (13% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 12 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 12 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 12 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Canned Pumpkin' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Vitamin A (mcg RAE): 778 mcg (26% of max recommended).