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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw"
| Food Name: Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 13 | Carbohydrates (g): 3 |
| Fiber (g): 3 | Water (g): 96 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 37 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 87 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 87 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin C (mg): 13 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 5 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 5 | Folate DFE (mcg): 5 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 19 | Magnesium (mg): 10 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 19 | Potassium (mg): 6 |
| Sodium (mg): 111 | Zinc (mg): 1 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 2 | Lysine (mg): 9 |
| Methionine (mg): 3 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw'?
100 grams of 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 3g (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 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' 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 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 0g protein, 3g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 19 mg (1% DV),
Potassium (mg): 6 mg (0% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 10 mg (2% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 19 mg (2% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 111 mg (5% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw in significant amounts?
'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin C (mg): 13 mg (14% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 5 mcg (1% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 5 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 5 mcg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Waxgourd (Chinese Preserving Melon) Raw' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.