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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Ghee (Clarified Butter)"
| Food Name: Ghee (Clarified Butter) | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 876 | Total Fat (g): 99 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 62 | Cholesterol (mg): 256 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 28732 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 3694 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 1447 | Omega-6 (mg): 2247 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 3069 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 840 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 3 | Vitamin K (mcg): 9 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 4 | Phosphorus (mg): 3 |
| Potassium (mg): 5 | Sodium (mg): 2 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 4 | Threonine (mg): 13 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 17 | Leucine (mg): 27 |
| Lysine (mg): 22 | Methionine (mg): 7 |
| Cystine (mg): 3 | Phenylalanine (mg): 14 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 14 | Valine (mg): 19 |
| Arginine (mg): 10 | Histidine (mg): 8 |
| Alanine (mg): 10 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 21 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 59 | Glycine (mg): 6 |
| Proline (mg): 27 | Serine (mg): 15 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 22 | Retinol (mcg): 824 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 193 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Ghee (Clarified Butter)
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)'?
100 grams of 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 99g (around 127% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' provides around 876 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 44% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 0g protein, 0g carbs, and 99g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 4 mg (0% DV),
Potassium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 3 mg (0% DV),
Sodium (mg): 2 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Ghee (Clarified Butter) in significant amounts?
'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 840 mcg (93% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 3069 IU (102% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Vitamin E (mg): 3 mg (20% DV).
'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin K (mcg): 9 mcg (8% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Ghee (Clarified Butter)' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 62 g (310% of max recommended),
Cholesterol (mg): 256 mg (85% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Vitamin A (mcg RAE): 840 mcg (28% of max recommended).