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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Lotus Root"
| Food Name: Lotus Root | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 74 | Protein (g): 3 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 17 | Fiber (g): 5 |
| Net Carbs (g): 12 | Water (g): 79 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 20 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 20 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 6 | Omega-6 (mg): 14 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin C (mg): 44 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 13 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 13 | Folate DFE (mcg): 13 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 45 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 23 | Phosphorus (mg): 100 |
| Potassium (mg): 556 | Sodium (mg): 40 |
| Selenium (mcg): 1 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 20 | Threonine (mg): 51 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 54 | Leucine (mg): 69 |
| Lysine (mg): 94 | Methionine (mg): 22 |
| Cystine (mg): 22 | Phenylalanine (mg): 47 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 29 | Valine (mg): 55 |
| Arginine (mg): 88 | Histidine (mg): 38 |
| Alanine (mg): 54 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 369 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 139 | Glycine (mg): 156 |
| Proline (mg): 136 | Serine (mg): 60 |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: -8 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Lotus Root
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Lotus Root'?
100 grams of 'Lotus Root' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 3g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 17g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% 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 'Lotus Root'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Lotus Root' provides around 74 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 4% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Lotus Root' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Lotus Root' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 3g protein, 17g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Lotus Root' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Lotus Root' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 45 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 556 mg (12% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 23 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 100 mg (8% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 40 mg (2% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Lotus Root in significant amounts?
'Lotus Root' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 44 mg (49% DV).
'Lotus Root' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Folate/B9 (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Lotus Root' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Lotus Root' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.