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Lemons, raw, without peel
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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 | 53 MG | 59% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 11 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 5.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 26 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 3% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 16 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 138 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.4 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (29 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
- Good source of dietary fiber (2.8g per 100g).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (59% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Lemons, raw, without peel
Raw lemon flesh without the peel is low in sugar, high in citric acid, and carries meaningful fiber for a citrus fruit. The protein is minimal and fat is negligible. Most people do not eat lemons outright, but the pulp and juice are central to cooking, baking, and beverages worldwide. The fiber content is higher than you might expect, and the naturally low sugar makes lemon one of the least glycemic fruits available.
Dietary Information
Lemons, raw, without peel is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Lemons, raw, without peel include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (59% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 29 calories per 100 grams, Lemons, raw, without peel gets 15% of its calories from protein, 129% from carbohydrates, and 9% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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