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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Water Chestnut"
| Food Name: Water Chestnut | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 78 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 19 | Sugars (g): 4 |
| Fiber (g): 4 | Net Carbs (g): 15 |
| Water (g): 79 | |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 41 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 9 | Omega-6 (mg): 30 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin C (mg): 2 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 9 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 9 | Folate DFE (mcg): 9 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 6 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 8 | Phosphorus (mg): 30 |
| Potassium (mg): 184 | Sodium (mg): 12 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 1 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 29 | PRAL Score: -2 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Water Chestnut
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Water Chestnut'?
100 grams of 'Water Chestnut' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 19g (around 7% 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 'Water Chestnut'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Water Chestnut' provides around 78 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 4% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Water Chestnut' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Water Chestnut' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 19g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Water Chestnut' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Water Chestnut' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 6 mg (0% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 184 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 8 mg (2% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 30 mg (2% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 12 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Water Chestnut in significant amounts?
'Water Chestnut' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 2 mg (2% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 9 mcg (2% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 9 mcg (2% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 9 mcg (2% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Water Chestnut' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Water Chestnut' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.