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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cashews Lightly Salted"
| Food Name: Cashews Lightly Salted | |
| Food Group: Nuts and Seeds | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 580 | Total Fat (g): 48 |
| Protein (g): 15 | Carbohydrates (g): 32 |
| Sugars (g): 5 | Fiber (g): 3 |
| Net Carbs (g): 29 | Water (g): 2 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 9 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 27616 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 8793 | Omega-3 (mg): 307 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 8471 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin E (mg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 37 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 67 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 67 | Folate DFE (mcg): 67 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 44 | Iron (mg): 6 |
| Magnesium (mg): 251 | Phosphorus (mg): 473 |
| Potassium (mg): 545 | Sodium (mg): 208 |
| Zinc (mg): 5 | Copper (mg): 2 |
| Selenium (mcg): 11 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 59 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 22 |
| PRAL Score: 6 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cashews Lightly Salted
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cashews Lightly Salted'?
100 grams of 'Cashews Lightly Salted' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 15g (around 30% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 32g (around 12% of daily requirement),
Fat – 48g (around 62% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Cashews Lightly Salted'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cashews Lightly Salted' provides around 580 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 29% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Cashews Lightly Salted' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cashews Lightly Salted' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 15g protein, 32g carbs, and 48g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Cashews Lightly Salted' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cashews Lightly Salted' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 6 mg (33% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 251 mg (60% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 473 mg (38% DV),
Zinc (mg): 5 mg (45% DV),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (222% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Selenium (mcg): 11 mcg (20% DV).
'Cashews Lightly Salted' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 44 mg (3% DV),
Potassium (mg): 545 mg (12% DV),
Sodium (mg): 208 mg (9% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cashews Lightly Salted in significant amounts?
'Cashews Lightly Salted' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin K (mcg): 37 mcg (31% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Folate/B9 (mcg): 67 mcg (17% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 67 mcg (17% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 67 mcg (17% DV).
'Cashews Lightly Salted' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cashews Lightly Salted' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 9 g (45% of max recommended),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (20% of max recommended).