Wheat, hard red winter
* 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 | 0.4 MG | 32% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Niacin | 5.5 MG | 34% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.0 MG | 19% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 18% | |
| Folate, total | 38 UG | 10% | |
| Choline, total | 31.2 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.0 MG | 7% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.9 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 29 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.2 MG | 18% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 126 MG | 30% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 288 MG | 23% | |
| Potassium, K | 363 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.7 MG | 24% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.4 MG | 48% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 4.0 MG | 173% | |
| Selenium, Se | 70.7 UG | 129% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 12.6g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.5g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (12.2g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (30% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (23% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (24% DV).
About Wheat, hard red winter
Hard red winter wheat is the most widely grown wheat in the United States, planted in fall and harvested the following summer. Its protein content is moderate-to-good - lower than hard red spring but sufficient for bread baking - and fiber is meaningful. When milled into all-purpose or bread flour it loses most of its bran and germ; kept whole, it offers a more complete nutritional picture with earthy, slightly bitter notes.
Dietary Information
Wheat, hard red winter is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Wheat, hard red winter include Manganese, Mn (173% DV) , Selenium, Se (129% DV) , Copper, Cu (48% DV) , Niacin (34% DV) , and Thiamin (32% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 327 calories per 100 grams, Wheat, hard red winter gets 15% of its calories from protein, 87% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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