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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Chicory Greens"
| Food Name: Chicory Greens | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 23 | Protein (g): 2 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 5 | Sugars (g): 1 |
| Fiber (g): 4 | Net Carbs (g): 1 |
| Water (g): 92 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 6 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 131 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 19 | Omega-6 (mg): 112 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 5717 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 286 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 24 | Vitamin E (mg): 2 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 298 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 110 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 110 | Folate DFE (mcg): 110 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 100 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 30 | Phosphorus (mg): 47 |
| Potassium (mg): 420 | Sodium (mg): 45 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 31 | Threonine (mg): 47 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 101 | Leucine (mg): 74 |
| Lysine (mg): 67 | Methionine (mg): 10 |
| Phenylalanine (mg): 41 | Valine (mg): 77 |
| Arginine (mg): 124 | Histidine (mg): 29 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 13 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 3430 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 10300 | PRAL Score: -8 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Chicory Greens
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Chicory Greens'?
100 grams of 'Chicory Greens' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 2g (around 4% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 5g (around 2% 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 'Chicory Greens'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Chicory Greens' provides around 23 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 'Chicory Greens' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Chicory Greens' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 2g protein, 5g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Chicory Greens' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Chicory Greens' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 100 mg (8% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 420 mg (9% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 30 mg (7% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 47 mg (4% DV),
Sodium (mg): 45 mg (2% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Chicory Greens in significant amounts?
'Chicory Greens' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 286 mcg (32% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 5717 IU (191% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 24 mg (27% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 298 mcg (248% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 110 mcg (28% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 110 mcg (28% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 110 mcg (28% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Chicory Greens' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Chicory Greens' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Chicory Greens' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.