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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Chicory Roots"
| Food Name: Chicory Roots | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 72 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 18 | Sugars (g): 9 |
| Fiber (g): 2 | Net Carbs (g): 16 |
| Water (g): 80 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 4 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 87 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 13 | Omega-6 (mg): 75 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 6 | Vitamin C (mg): 5 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 23 | Food Folate (mcg): 23 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 23 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 41 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 22 | Phosphorus (mg): 61 |
| Potassium (mg): 290 | Sodium (mg): 50 |
| Selenium (mcg): 1 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: -4 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Chicory Roots
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Chicory Roots'?
100 grams of 'Chicory Roots' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 18g (around 7% 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 Roots'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Chicory Roots' provides around 72 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 4% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Chicory Roots' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Chicory Roots' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 18g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Chicory Roots' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Chicory Roots' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 41 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 290 mg (6% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 22 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 61 mg (5% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 50 mg (2% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Chicory Roots in significant amounts?
'Chicory Roots' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 6 IU (0% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 5 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 23 mcg (6% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 23 mcg (6% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 23 mcg (6% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Chicory Roots' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Chicory Roots' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.