Corn flour, masa, unenriched, white
* 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Niacin | 1.6 MG | 10% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 28% | |
| Folate, total | 29 UG | 7% | |
| Choline, total | 8.6 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 138 MG | 11% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 93 MG | 22% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 231 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 262 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.8 MG | 16% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 23% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 16% | |
| Selenium, Se | 10.5 UG | 19% |
Nutrition Highlights
- High in dietary fiber (6.4g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (22% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (23% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (28% DV).
About Corn flour, masa, unenriched, white
Unenriched white masa corn flour carries the same nixtamalization benefits as its enriched counterpart - the lime-treatment process that unlocks niacin and improves the protein profile - but without the added B vitamins and iron that enrichment provides. Still a good base for traditional corn preparations, and nutritionally slightly ahead of plain corn flour even without enrichment.
Dietary Information
Corn flour, masa, unenriched, white is considered high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Corn flour, masa, unenriched, white include Vitamin B-6 (28% DV) , Copper, Cu (23% DV) , and Magnesium, Mg (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 363 calories per 100 grams, Corn flour, masa, unenriched, white gets 9% of its calories from protein, 84% from carbohydrates, and 9% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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