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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Sorghum Grain"
| Food Name: Sorghum Grain | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 329 | Total Fat (g): 3 |
| Protein (g): 11 | Carbohydrates (g): 72 |
| Sugars (g): 3 | Fiber (g): 7 |
| Net Carbs (g): 65 | Water (g): 12 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1131 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1558 | Omega-3 (mg): 65 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 1493 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin E (mg): 1 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 4 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 20 | Food Folate (mcg): 20 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 20 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 13 | Iron (mg): 3 |
| Magnesium (mg): 165 | Phosphorus (mg): 289 |
| Potassium (mg): 363 | Sodium (mg): 2 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Manganese (mg): 2 |
| Selenium (mcg): 12 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 124 | Threonine (mg): 346 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 433 | Leucine (mg): 1491 |
| Lysine (mg): 229 | Methionine (mg): 169 |
| Cystine (mg): 127 | Phenylalanine (mg): 546 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 321 | Valine (mg): 561 |
| Arginine (mg): 355 | Histidine (mg): 246 |
| Alanine (mg): 1033 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 743 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 2439 | Glycine (mg): 346 |
| Proline (mg): 852 | Serine (mg): 462 |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: 4 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Sorghum Grain
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Sorghum Grain'?
100 grams of 'Sorghum Grain' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 11g (around 22% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 72g (around 26% of daily requirement),
Fat – 3g (around 4% 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 'Sorghum Grain'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Sorghum Grain' provides around 329 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 16% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Sorghum Grain' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Sorghum Grain' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 11g protein, 72g carbs, and 3g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Sorghum Grain' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Sorghum Grain' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Magnesium (mg): 165 mg (39% DV),
Manganese (mg): 2 mg (87% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 3 mg (17% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 289 mg (23% DV),
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 12 mcg (22% DV).
'Sorghum Grain' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 13 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 363 mg (8% DV),
Sodium (mg): 2 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Sorghum Grain in significant amounts?
'Sorghum Grain' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 4 mg (25% DV).
'Sorghum Grain' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Sorghum Grain' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Sorghum Grain' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.