Mouse nuts, seedlings (Alaska Native)
* 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 | 8 MG | 9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 1 MG | 6% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 17 MG | 1% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 150 MG | 12% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 104 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.1g per 100g).
About Mouse nuts, seedlings (Alaska Native)
Mouse nut seedlings - the sprouted forms of the same tubers harvested from vole caches - have a notably higher protein content than the mature roots. They are still low in fat and primarily carbohydrate, but the sprouting process concentrates nitrogen compounds, making seedlings a more protein-rich harvest than the roots alone. In traditional Alaska Native diets, both forms have been used as reliable spring and fall foods.
Dietary Information
Mouse nuts, seedlings (Alaska Native) is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 104 calories per 100 grams, Mouse nuts, seedlings (Alaska Native) gets 28% of its calories from protein, 63% from carbohydrates, and 10% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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