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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Wheat Durum"
| Food Name: Wheat Durum | |
| Food Group: Grains and Pasta | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 339 | Total Fat (g): 2 |
| Protein (g): 14 | Carbohydrates (g): 71 |
| Net Carbs (g): 71 | Water (g): 11 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 344 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 978 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 48 | Omega-6 (mg): 930 |
| Vitamins | |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 7 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 43 | Food Folate (mcg): 43 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 43 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 34 | Iron (mg): 4 |
| Magnesium (mg): 144 | Phosphorus (mg): 508 |
| Potassium (mg): 431 | Sodium (mg): 2 |
| Zinc (mg): 4 | Copper (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 3 | Selenium (mcg): 89 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 176 | Threonine (mg): 366 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 533 | Leucine (mg): 934 |
| Lysine (mg): 303 | Methionine (mg): 221 |
| Cystine (mg): 286 | Phenylalanine (mg): 681 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 357 | Valine (mg): 594 |
| Arginine (mg): 483 | Histidine (mg): 322 |
| Alanine (mg): 427 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 617 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 4743 | Glycine (mg): 495 |
| Proline (mg): 1459 | Serine (mg): 667 |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: 12 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Wheat Durum
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Wheat Durum'?
100 grams of 'Wheat Durum' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 14g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 71g (around 26% of daily requirement),
Fat – 2g (around 3% 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 'Wheat Durum'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Wheat Durum' provides around 339 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 17% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Wheat Durum' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Wheat Durum' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 14g protein, 71g carbs, and 2g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Wheat Durum' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Wheat Durum' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Magnesium (mg): 144 mg (34% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 508 mg (41% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 3 mg (130% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 89 mcg (162% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 4 mg (22% DV).
'Wheat Durum' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 34 mg (3% DV),
Potassium (mg): 431 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 2 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Wheat Durum in significant amounts?
'Wheat Durum' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 7 mg (44% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Wheat Durum' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Folate/B9 (mcg): 43 mcg (11% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 43 mcg (11% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 43 mcg (11% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Wheat Durum' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Selenium (mcg): 89 mcg (22% of max recommended),
Manganese (mg): 3 mg (27% of max recommended).