Molasses
* 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 | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Niacin | 0.9 MG | 6% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.7 MG | 39% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 13.3 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 205 MG | 16% | |
| Iron, Fe | 4.7 MG | 26% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 242 MG | 58% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 31 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 1,464 MG | 31% | |
| Sodium, Na | 37 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.5 MG | 54% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.5 MG | 67% | |
| Selenium, Se | 17.8 UG | 32% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (26% DV).
- Rich source of Magnesium, Mg (58% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Potassium, K (31% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (54% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (67% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Molasses
Molasses is what remains after sugar is extracted from sugarcane or sugar beet juice. It carries some minerals - notably iron and calcium - that refined sugar loses in processing. The carbohydrate content is very high and it is essentially pure sugar in thick, dark, strongly flavored form. Used in small amounts for baking gingerbread, baked beans, or marinades, it adds depth that white sugar cannot match.
Dietary Information
Molasses is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Molasses include Manganese, Mn (67% DV) , Magnesium, Mg (58% DV) , Copper, Cu (54% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (39% DV) , and Selenium, Se (32% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 290 calories per 100 grams, Molasses gets 0% of its calories from protein, 103% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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