Chilchen (Red Berry Beverage) (Navajo)
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Niacin | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 7 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 9 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 23 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 28 MG | 1% | |
| Sodium, Na | 15 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 3% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (44 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.6g per 100g).
About Chilchen (Red Berry Beverage) (Navajo)
Chilchen, or Red Berry Beverage, is a traditional Navajo drink made from the berries of the skunkbush sumac (Rhus trilobata), also known as lemonade berry. Tart and lightly sweet, it contains modest natural sugars and a small amount of fiber from the fruit. Fat content is trace. It has long been consumed as a refreshing seasonal drink and carries cultural significance in Dine foodways beyond its nutritional profile.
Dietary Information
Chilchen (Red Berry Beverage) (Navajo) is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 44 calories per 100 grams, Chilchen (Red Berry Beverage) (Navajo) gets 7% of its calories from protein, 79% from carbohydrates, and 13% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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