Pokeberry shoots, (poke), raw
* 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 | 136 MG | 151% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 25% | |
| Niacin | 1.2 MG | 8% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Folate, total | 16 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 435 UG | 48% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 53 MG | 4% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 MG | 9% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 18 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 44 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 242 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 23 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 18% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (23 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.4g per 100g).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (151% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (25% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin A, RAE (48% DV).
About Pokeberry shoots, (poke), raw
Properly boiled and drained poke shoots carry the same caveat as raw - preparation matters enormously with this plant, and only young shoots with multiple changes of boiling water are considered safe to eat. Cooked poke is lean, with modest protein and very little fat or carbohydrate. Its role is largely historical and regional, appearing in traditional Southern American dishes like poke sallet. Outside of Appalachian and rural Southern contexts, this is a specialty foraged ingredient rather than a mainstream vegetable.
Dietary Information
Pokeberry shoots, (poke), raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pokeberry shoots, (poke), raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (151% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (48% DV) , and Riboflavin (25% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 23 calories per 100 grams, Pokeberry shoots, (poke), raw gets 45% of its calories from protein, 64% from carbohydrates, and 16% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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