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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Vegetable Shortening"
| Food Name: Vegetable Shortening | |
| Food Group: Fats and Oils | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 884 | Total Fat (g): 100 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 25 | Trans Fat (g): 13 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 41186 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 28097 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 1883 | Omega-6 (mg): 26270 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 1883 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin E (mg): 6 | Vitamin K (mcg): 53 |
| Dihydrophylloquinone (mcg): 165 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 1 | Sodium (mg): 4 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Vegetable Shortening
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Vegetable Shortening'?
100 grams of 'Vegetable Shortening' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 100g (around 128% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Vegetable Shortening'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Vegetable Shortening' provides around 884 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 44% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Vegetable Shortening' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Vegetable Shortening' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 0g protein, 0g carbs, and 100g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Vegetable Shortening' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Vegetable Shortening' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 1 mg (0% DV),
Sodium (mg): 4 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Vegetable Shortening in significant amounts?
'Vegetable Shortening' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 6 mg (40% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 53 mcg (44% DV),
Dihydrophylloquinone (mcg): 165 mcg (138% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Vegetable Shortening' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Vegetable Shortening' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 25 g (125% of max recommended),
Trans Fat (g): 13 g (650% of max recommended).