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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Romaine Lettuce Raw"
| Food Name: Romaine Lettuce Raw | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 19 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 4 | Sugars (g): 1 |
| Fiber (g): 3 | Net Carbs (g): 1 |
| Water (g): 93 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 7 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 126 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 48 | Omega-6 (mg): 78 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 277 | Vitamin C (mg): 12 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 210 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 129 | Food Folate (mcg): 129 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 129 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 62 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 20 | Phosphorus (mg): 35 |
| Potassium (mg): 327 | Sodium (mg): 25 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 13 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 3319 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 4204 | PRAL Score: -6 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Romaine Lettuce Raw
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Romaine Lettuce Raw'?
100 grams of 'Romaine Lettuce Raw' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 4g (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 'Romaine Lettuce Raw'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Romaine Lettuce Raw' provides around 19 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 'Romaine Lettuce Raw' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Romaine Lettuce Raw' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 4g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Romaine Lettuce Raw' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Romaine Lettuce Raw' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 62 mg (5% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 327 mg (7% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 20 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 35 mg (3% DV),
Sodium (mg): 25 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Romaine Lettuce Raw in significant amounts?
'Romaine Lettuce Raw' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 277 mcg (31% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 210 mcg (175% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 129 mcg (32% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 129 mcg (32% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 129 mcg (32% DV).
'Romaine Lettuce Raw' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 12 mg (13% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Romaine Lettuce Raw' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Romaine Lettuce Raw' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.