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Avocados, raw, California
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 8.8 MG | 10% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 1.9 MG | 12% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.5 MG | 29% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 17% | |
| Folate, total | 89 UG | 22% | |
| Choline, total | 14.2 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 7 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.0 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 21 UG | 18% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 3% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 29 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 54 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 507 MG | 11% | |
| Sodium, Na | 8 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.7 MG | 6% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.4 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- High in dietary fiber (6.8g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (29% DV).
- Good source of Folate, total (22% DV).
About Avocados, raw, California
California avocados, typically the Hass variety with its pebbly dark skin, run higher in fat than Florida avocados and have the rich, buttery texture most people associate with the fruit. Fiber content is excellent. Carbohydrates are low, and what little sugar is present is partly offset by that fiber. Fat here is predominantly monounsaturated. Protein is modest. The caloric density is high relative to most fruits, which is expected given the fat profile, but the nutrition quality of those calories is genuinely good.
Dietary Information
Avocados, raw, California is considered high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Avocados, raw, California include Pantothenic acid (29% DV) , and Folate, total (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 167 calories per 100 grams, Avocados, raw, California gets 5% of its calories from protein, 21% from carbohydrates, and 83% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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