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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "New Zealand Spinach"
| Food Name: New Zealand Spinach | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 14 | Protein (g): 2 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 3 | Fiber (g): 2 |
| Net Carbs (g): 1 | Water (g): 94 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 5 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 84 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 66 | Omega-6 (mg): 13 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 4400 | Vitamin C (mg): 30 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 337 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 15 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 15 | Folate DFE (mcg): 15 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 58 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 39 | Phosphorus (mg): 28 |
| Potassium (mg): 130 | Sodium (mg): 130 |
| Manganese (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 1 |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: -3 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about New Zealand Spinach
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'New Zealand Spinach'?
100 grams of 'New Zealand Spinach' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 2g (around 4% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 3g (around 1% 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 'New Zealand Spinach'?
A 100-gram serving of 'New Zealand Spinach' provides around 14 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 1% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'New Zealand Spinach' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'New Zealand Spinach' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 2g protein, 3g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'New Zealand Spinach' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'New Zealand Spinach' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
'New Zealand Spinach' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 58 mg (4% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 130 mg (3% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 39 mg (9% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 28 mg (2% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 130 mg (6% DV).
Which vitamins are present in New Zealand Spinach in significant amounts?
'New Zealand Spinach' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 4400 IU (147% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 30 mg (33% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 337 mcg (281% DV).
'New Zealand Spinach' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 15 mcg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'New Zealand Spinach' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'New Zealand Spinach' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.