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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cooked Amaranth"
| Food Name: Cooked Amaranth | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 102 | Total Fat (g): 2 |
| Protein (g): 4 | Carbohydrates (g): 19 |
| Fiber (g): 2 | Net Carbs (g): 17 |
| Water (g): 75 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 22 | Food Folate (mcg): 22 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 47 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 65 | Phosphorus (mg): 148 |
| Potassium (mg): 135 | Sodium (mg): 6 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Manganese (mg): 1 |
| Selenium (mcg): 6 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: 2 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Starch (g): 16 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cooked Amaranth
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cooked Amaranth'?
100 grams of 'Cooked Amaranth' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 4g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 19g (around 7% of daily requirement),
Fat – 2g (around 3% 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 'Cooked Amaranth'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cooked Amaranth' provides around 102 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 5% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Cooked Amaranth' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cooked Amaranth' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 4g protein, 19g carbs, and 2g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Cooked Amaranth' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cooked Amaranth' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Magnesium (mg): 65 mg (15% DV).
'Cooked Amaranth' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 47 mg (4% DV),
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 135 mg (3% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 148 mg (12% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 6 mcg (11% DV),
Sodium (mg): 6 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cooked Amaranth in significant amounts?
'Cooked Amaranth' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Folate/B9 (mcg): 22 mcg (6% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 22 mcg (6% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cooked Amaranth' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cooked Amaranth' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.