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Prairie Turnips, boiled (Northern Plains Indians)
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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 | 2 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Niacin | 0.7 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 22% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 103 MG | 8% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 49 MG | 12% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 20 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 108 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 4 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 9% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (7.2g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (22% DV).
About Prairie Turnips, boiled (Northern Plains Indians)
Prairie turnips, also called timpsula, have been a staple root food of Northern Plains peoples for centuries. Boiling softens the starchy root, making the carbohydrate highly available. Fiber is meaningfully high relative to the overall size of the food, and fat is nearly absent. Protein is modest. Dried and stored prairie turnips sustained communities through winter and were often added to soups or mixed with other ingredients. Their flavor is mildly starchy and earthy, similar to a parsnip.
Dietary Information
Prairie Turnips, boiled (Northern Plains Indians) is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Prairie Turnips, boiled (Northern Plains Indians) include Vitamin B-6 (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 129 calories per 100 grams, Prairie Turnips, boiled (Northern Plains Indians) gets 5% of its calories from protein, 93% from carbohydrates, and 2% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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