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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Lotus Seeds"
| Food Name: Lotus Seeds | |
| Food Group: Nuts and Seeds | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 89 | Total Fat (g): 1 |
| Protein (g): 4 | Carbohydrates (g): 17 |
| Net Carbs (g): 17 | Water (g): 77 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 104 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 312 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 27 | Omega-6 (mg): 285 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 13 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 28 | Food Folate (mcg): 28 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 28 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 44 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 56 | Phosphorus (mg): 168 |
| Potassium (mg): 367 | Sodium (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 1 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 59 | Threonine (mg): 200 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 205 | Leucine (mg): 326 |
| Lysine (mg): 264 | Methionine (mg): 72 |
| Cystine (mg): 54 | Phenylalanine (mg): 206 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 100 | Valine (mg): 266 |
| Arginine (mg): 338 | Histidine (mg): 115 |
| Alanine (mg): 239 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 505 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 957 | Glycine (mg): 221 |
| Proline (mg): 344 | Serine (mg): 252 |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: -2 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Lotus Seeds
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Lotus Seeds'?
100 grams of 'Lotus Seeds' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 4g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 17g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Fat – 1g (around 1% 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 Seeds'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Lotus Seeds' provides around 89 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 Seeds' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Lotus Seeds' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 4g protein, 17g carbs, and 1g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Lotus Seeds' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Lotus Seeds' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
'Lotus Seeds' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 44 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 367 mg (8% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 56 mg (13% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 168 mg (13% DV),
Sodium (mg): 1 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Lotus Seeds in significant amounts?
'Lotus Seeds' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 1 mcg (0% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 13 IU (0% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Lotus Seeds' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Lotus Seeds' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.