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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Hemp Seeds"
| Food Name: Hemp Seeds | |
| Food Group: Nuts and Seeds | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 553 | Total Fat (g): 49 |
| Protein (g): 32 | Carbohydrates (g): 9 |
| Sugars (g): 2 | Fiber (g): 4 |
| Net Carbs (g): 5 | Water (g): 5 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 5 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 5400 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 38100 | Omega-3 (mg): 9301 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 29001 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 8684 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 11 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 1 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 1 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 9 |
| Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 110 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 110 | Folate DFE (mcg): 110 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 70 | Iron (mg): 8 |
| Magnesium (mg): 700 | Phosphorus (mg): 1650 |
| Potassium (mg): 1200 | Sodium (mg): 5 |
| Zinc (mg): 10 | Copper (mg): 2 |
| Manganese (mg): 8 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 369 | Threonine (mg): 1269 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1286 | Leucine (mg): 2163 |
| Lysine (mg): 1276 | Methionine (mg): 933 |
| Cystine (mg): 672 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1447 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 1263 | Valine (mg): 1777 |
| Arginine (mg): 4550 | Histidine (mg): 969 |
| Alanine (mg): 1528 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 3662 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 6269 | Glycine (mg): 1611 |
| Proline (mg): 1597 | Serine (mg): 1713 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 7 | PRAL Score: 32 |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Sucrose (g): 1 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Hemp Seeds
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Hemp Seeds'?
100 grams of 'Hemp Seeds' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 32g (around 64% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 9g (around 3% of daily requirement),
Fat – 49g (around 63% 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 'Hemp Seeds'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Hemp Seeds' provides around 553 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 28% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Hemp Seeds' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Hemp Seeds' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 32g protein, 9g carbs, and 49g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Hemp Seeds' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Hemp Seeds' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 8 mg (44% DV),
Potassium (mg): 1200 mg (26% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 700 mg (167% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 1650 mg (132% DV),
Zinc (mg): 10 mg (91% DV),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (222% DV),
Manganese (mg): 8 mg (348% DV).
'Hemp Seeds' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 70 mg (5% DV),
Sodium (mg): 5 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Hemp Seeds in significant amounts?
'Hemp Seeds' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 mg (83% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 9 mg (56% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 110 mcg (28% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 110 mcg (28% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 110 mcg (28% DV).
'Hemp Seeds' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 1 mcg (0% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 11 IU (0% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 1 mg (1% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Hemp Seeds' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Hemp Seeds' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 8 mg (73% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 5 g (25% of max recommended),
Zinc (mg): 10 mg (25% of max recommended),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (20% of max recommended).