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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched"
| Food Name: Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 363 | Total Fat (g): 4 |
| Protein (g): 8 | Carbohydrates (g): 77 |
| Fiber (g): 6 | Net Carbs (g): 70 |
| Water (g): 10 | |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 997 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1724 | Omega-3 (mg): 52 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 1672 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 214 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 11 |
| Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 | Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 162 |
| Folic Acid (mcg): 133 | Food Folate (mcg): 29 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 256 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 138 | Iron (mg): 9 |
| Magnesium (mg): 93 | Phosphorus (mg): 231 |
| Potassium (mg): 262 | Sodium (mg): 5 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Selenium (mcg): 11 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 62 | Threonine (mg): 245 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 276 | Leucine (mg): 1025 |
| Lysine (mg): 219 | Methionine (mg): 167 |
| Cystine (mg): 182 | Phenylalanine (mg): 411 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 229 | Valine (mg): 380 |
| Arginine (mg): 375 | Histidine (mg): 260 |
| Alanine (mg): 635 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 546 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 1577 | Glycine (mg): 313 |
| Proline (mg): 676 | Serine (mg): 416 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 97 | Alpha-Carotene (mcg): 63 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 6 | PRAL Score: 3 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Starch (g): 66 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched'?
100 grams of 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 8g (around 16% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 77g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Fat – 4g (around 5% 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 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' provides around 363 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 18% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 8g protein, 77g carbs, and 4g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 9 mg (50% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Magnesium (mg): 93 mg (22% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 231 mg (18% DV),
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 11 mcg (20% DV).
'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 138 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 262 mg (6% DV),
Sodium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched in significant amounts?
'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 mg (83% DV),
Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 mg (63% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 162 mcg (41% DV),
Folic Acid (mcg): 133 mcg (33% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 256 mcg (64% DV).
'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 11 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 214 IU (7% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 29 mcg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Corn Flour Yellow Masa Enriched' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Iron (mg): 9 mg (20% of max recommended).