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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Red Leaf Lettuce"
| Food Name: Red Leaf Lettuce | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 13 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 2 | Fiber (g): 1 |
| Net Carbs (g): 1 | Water (g): 96 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 9 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 115 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 81 | Omega-6 (mg): 34 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 7492 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 375 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 4 | Vitamin K (mcg): 140 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 36 | Food Folate (mcg): 36 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 36 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 33 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 12 | Phosphorus (mg): 28 |
| Potassium (mg): 187 | Sodium (mg): 25 |
| Selenium (mcg): 2 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 22 | Threonine (mg): 48 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 38 | Leucine (mg): 70 |
| Lysine (mg): 45 | Methionine (mg): 16 |
| Cystine (mg): 9 | Phenylalanine (mg): 67 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 29 | Valine (mg): 48 |
| Arginine (mg): 41 | Histidine (mg): 19 |
| Alanine (mg): 51 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 140 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 155 | Glycine (mg): 48 |
| Proline (mg): 38 | Serine (mg): 44 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 12 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 4495 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1724 | PRAL Score: -3 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Red Leaf Lettuce
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Red Leaf Lettuce'?
100 grams of 'Red Leaf Lettuce' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 2g (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 'Red Leaf Lettuce'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Red Leaf Lettuce' provides around 13 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 'Red Leaf Lettuce' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Red Leaf Lettuce' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 2g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Red Leaf Lettuce' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Red Leaf Lettuce' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 33 mg (3% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 187 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 12 mg (3% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 28 mg (2% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 2 mcg (4% DV),
Sodium (mg): 25 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Red Leaf Lettuce in significant amounts?
'Red Leaf Lettuce' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 375 mcg (42% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 7492 IU (250% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 140 mcg (117% DV).
'Red Leaf Lettuce' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 4 mg (4% 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 'Red Leaf Lettuce' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Red Leaf Lettuce' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.