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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Oat Bran"
| Food Name: Oat Bran | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 246 | Total Fat (g): 7 |
| Protein (g): 17 | Carbohydrates (g): 66 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 15 |
| Net Carbs (g): 51 | Water (g): 7 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2376 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 2766 | Omega-3 (mg): 121 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 2645 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin E (mg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 3 |
| Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 52 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 52 | Folate DFE (mcg): 52 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 58 | Iron (mg): 5 |
| Magnesium (mg): 235 | Phosphorus (mg): 734 |
| Potassium (mg): 566 | Sodium (mg): 4 |
| Zinc (mg): 3 | Manganese (mg): 6 |
| Selenium (mcg): 45 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 335 | Threonine (mg): 502 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 668 | Leucine (mg): 1374 |
| Lysine (mg): 760 | Methionine (mg): 335 |
| Cystine (mg): 576 | Phenylalanine (mg): 908 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 668 | Valine (mg): 964 |
| Arginine (mg): 1279 | Histidine (mg): 410 |
| Alanine (mg): 872 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1576 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 3748 | Glycine (mg): 947 |
| Proline (mg): 982 | Serine (mg): 890 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 32 | Betaine (mg): 20 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 180 | PRAL Score: 17 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Oat Bran
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Oat Bran'?
100 grams of 'Oat Bran' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 17g (around 34% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 66g (around 24% of daily requirement),
Fat – 7g (around 9% 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 'Oat Bran'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Oat Bran' provides around 246 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 12% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Oat Bran' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Oat Bran' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 17g protein, 66g carbs, and 7g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Oat Bran' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Oat Bran' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 5 mg (28% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 235 mg (56% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 734 mg (59% DV),
Zinc (mg): 3 mg (27% DV),
Manganese (mg): 6 mg (261% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 45 mcg (82% DV).
'Oat Bran' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 58 mg (4% DV),
Potassium (mg): 566 mg (12% DV),
Sodium (mg): 4 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Oat Bran in significant amounts?
'Oat Bran' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 mg (83% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Oat Bran' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 3 mcg (3% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 52 mcg (13% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 52 mcg (13% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 52 mcg (13% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Oat Bran' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Oat Bran' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 6 mg (55% of max recommended).