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Cattail, Narrow Leaf Shoots (Northern Plains Indians)
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* 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 | 0.7 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 3 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 23.7 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 22.8 UG | 19% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 54 MG | 4% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 63 MG | 15% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 45 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 309 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 109 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 5% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.8 MG | 33% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.6 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (25 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (4.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Manganese, Mn (33% DV).
About Cattail, Narrow Leaf Shoots (Northern Plains Indians)
Narrow leaf cattail shoots are harvested in early spring from wetland margins across the Northern Plains. The fresh shoots are crisp and mild, eaten raw or lightly cooked like asparagus. Carbohydrate provides most of the modest energy, and the fiber fraction is notably high for such a tender vegetable. Protein is present in small amounts and fat is essentially zero. Cattail shoots have sustained Northern Plains communities for generations as a reliable early-season green.
Dietary Information
Cattail, Narrow Leaf Shoots (Northern Plains Indians) is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cattail, Narrow Leaf Shoots (Northern Plains Indians) include Manganese, Mn (33% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 25 calories per 100 grams, Cattail, Narrow Leaf Shoots (Northern Plains Indians) gets 19% of its calories from protein, 82% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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