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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Pecans"
| Food Name: Pecans | |
| Food Group: Nuts and Seeds | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 691 | Total Fat (g): 72 |
| Protein (g): 9 | Carbohydrates (g): 14 |
| Sugars (g): 4 | Fiber (g): 10 |
| Net Carbs (g): 4 | Water (g): 4 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 6 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 40801 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 21614 | Omega-3 (mg): 986 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 20628 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 56 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 3 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 1 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 4 | Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 22 | Food Folate (mcg): 22 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 22 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 70 | Iron (mg): 3 |
| Magnesium (mg): 121 | Phosphorus (mg): 277 |
| Potassium (mg): 410 | Zinc (mg): 5 |
| Copper (mg): 1 | Manganese (mg): 5 |
| Selenium (mcg): 4 | Fluoride (mcg): 10 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 93 | Threonine (mg): 306 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 336 | Leucine (mg): 598 |
| Lysine (mg): 287 | Methionine (mg): 183 |
| Cystine (mg): 152 | Phenylalanine (mg): 426 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 215 | Valine (mg): 411 |
| Arginine (mg): 1177 | Histidine (mg): 262 |
| Alanine (mg): 397 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 929 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 1829 | Glycine (mg): 453 |
| Proline (mg): 363 | Serine (mg): 474 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 41 | Betaine (mg): 1 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 29 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 17 |
| PRAL Score: 2 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Sucrose (g): 4 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Pecans
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Pecans'?
100 grams of 'Pecans' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 9g (around 18% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 14g (around 5% of daily requirement),
Fat – 72g (around 92% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Pecans'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Pecans' provides around 691 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 35% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Pecans' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Pecans' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 9g protein, 14g carbs, and 72g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Pecans' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Pecans' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Magnesium (mg): 121 mg (29% DV),
Zinc (mg): 5 mg (45% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 5 mg (217% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 3 mg (17% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 277 mg (22% DV).
'Pecans' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 70 mg (5% DV),
Potassium (mg): 410 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 4 mcg (7% DV),
Fluoride (mcg): 10 mcg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Pecans in significant amounts?
'Pecans' 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).
'Pecans' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 3 mcg (0% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 56 IU (2% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 1 mg (1% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 4 mcg (3% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 22 mcg (6% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 22 mcg (6% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 22 mcg (6% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Pecans' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 6 g (30% of max recommended),
Manganese (mg): 5 mg (45% of max recommended).