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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Ground Ginger"
| Food Name: Ground Ginger | |
| Food Group: Spices and Herbs | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 335 | Total Fat (g): 4 |
| Protein (g): 9 | Carbohydrates (g): 72 |
| Sugars (g): 3 | Fiber (g): 14 |
| Net Carbs (g): 58 | Water (g): 10 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 3 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 479 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 929 | Omega-3 (mg): 223 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 706 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 223 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 30 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 2 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 1 |
| Dihydrophylloquinone (mcg): 2 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 |
| Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 13 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 13 | Folate DFE (mcg): 13 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 114 | Iron (mg): 20 |
| Magnesium (mg): 214 | Phosphorus (mg): 168 |
| Potassium (mg): 1320 | Sodium (mg): 27 |
| Zinc (mg): 4 | Manganese (mg): 33 |
| Selenium (mcg): 56 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 152 | Threonine (mg): 289 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 341 | Leucine (mg): 513 |
| Lysine (mg): 241 | Methionine (mg): 89 |
| Cystine (mg): 99 | Phenylalanine (mg): 311 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 243 | Valine (mg): 411 |
| Arginine (mg): 708 | Histidine (mg): 199 |
| Alanine (mg): 272 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1387 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 790 | Glycine (mg): 497 |
| Proline (mg): 334 | Serine (mg): 250 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 41 | Betaine (mg): 3 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 18 | PRAL Score: -24 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Glucose (g): 1 | Fructose (g): 2 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Ground Ginger
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Ground Ginger'?
100 grams of 'Ground Ginger' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 9g (around 18% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 72g (around 26% 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 'Ground Ginger'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Ground Ginger' provides around 335 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 17% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Ground Ginger' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Ground Ginger' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 9g protein, 72g carbs, and 4g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Ground Ginger' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Ground Ginger' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 20 mg (111% DV),
Potassium (mg): 1320 mg (28% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 214 mg (51% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Manganese (mg): 33 mg (1435% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 56 mcg (102% DV).
'Ground Ginger' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 114 mg (9% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 168 mg (13% DV),
Sodium (mg): 27 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Ground Ginger in significant amounts?
'Ground Ginger' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 mg (63% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV).
'Ground Ginger' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 2 mcg (0% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 30 IU (1% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 1 mg (1% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 1 mcg (1% DV),
Dihydrophylloquinone (mcg): 2 mcg (2% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Ground Ginger' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Ground Ginger' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 33 mg (300% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Iron (mg): 20 mg (44% of max recommended).