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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Pumpkin Leaves"
| Food Name: Pumpkin Leaves | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 19 | Protein (g): 3 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 2 | Net Carbs (g): 2 |
| Water (g): 93 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 52 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 22 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 12 | Omega-6 (mg): 10 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 1942 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 97 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 11 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 36 | Food Folate (mcg): 36 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 36 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 39 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 38 | Phosphorus (mg): 104 |
| Potassium (mg): 436 | Sodium (mg): 11 |
| Selenium (mcg): 1 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 41 | Threonine (mg): 156 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 156 | Leucine (mg): 318 |
| Lysine (mg): 200 | Methionine (mg): 54 |
| Cystine (mg): 32 | Phenylalanine (mg): 171 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 156 | Valine (mg): 181 |
| Arginine (mg): 217 | Histidine (mg): 50 |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: -5 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Pumpkin Leaves
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Pumpkin Leaves'?
100 grams of 'Pumpkin Leaves' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 3g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 2g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Pumpkin Leaves'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Pumpkin Leaves' provides around 19 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from protein, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 1% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Pumpkin Leaves' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Pumpkin Leaves' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 3g protein, 2g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Pumpkin Leaves' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Pumpkin Leaves' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 39 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 436 mg (9% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 38 mg (9% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 104 mg (8% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 11 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Pumpkin Leaves in significant amounts?
'Pumpkin Leaves' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 1942 IU (65% DV).
'Pumpkin Leaves' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 97 mcg (11% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 11 mg (12% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 36 mcg (9% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 36 mcg (9% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 36 mcg (9% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Pumpkin Leaves' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Pumpkin Leaves' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.