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Nuts, pecans
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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 | 1.1 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.7 MG | 55% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Niacin | 1.2 MG | 7% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.9 MG | 17% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 12% | |
| Folate, total | 22 UG | 6% | |
| Choline, total | 40.5 MG | 7% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.4 MG | 9% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.5 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 70 MG | 5% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.5 MG | 14% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 121 MG | 29% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 277 MG | 22% | |
| Potassium, K | 410 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.5 MG | 41% | |
| Copper, Cu | 1.2 MG | 133% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 4.5 MG | 196% | |
| Selenium, Se | 3.8 UG | 7% |
Nutrition Highlights
- High in dietary fiber (9.6g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (29% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (22% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (41% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (133% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (196% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Nuts, pecans
Pecans are among the most fat-rich of the common tree nuts, with a fat profile leaning heavily toward monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. The carbohydrate content is low and fiber is reasonable. Raw pecans have a rich, slightly sweet flavor with a hint of bitterness in the skin. They are central to American Southern cooking - pies, pralines, salads - and also excellent eaten plain. The fat is real and the calories add up fast, but the quality of the fat is genuinely good.
Dietary Information
Nuts, pecans is considered high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Nuts, pecans include Manganese, Mn (196% DV) , Copper, Cu (133% DV) , Thiamin (55% DV) , Zinc, Zn (41% DV) , and Magnesium, Mg (29% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 691 calories per 100 grams, Nuts, pecans gets 5% of its calories from protein, 8% from carbohydrates, and 94% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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