Wheat, soft 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 | 33% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Niacin | 4.8 MG | 30% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.9 MG | 17% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 16% | |
| Folate, total | 41 UG | 10% | |
| 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% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 27 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.2 MG | 18% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 126 MG | 30% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 493 MG | 39% | |
| Potassium, K | 397 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.6 MG | 24% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.5 MG | 50% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 4.4 MG | 191% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 10.4g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.6g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (12.5g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (30% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (39% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (24% DV).
About Wheat, soft red winter
Soft red winter wheat has lower protein than the hard red varieties, which means weaker gluten and a more tender crumb. It is the preferred wheat for cakes, cookies, crackers, and pastry flour applications where tenderness matters more than chew. Fiber in the whole grain is solid, though most of it disappears when milled to white flour. The grain itself has a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
Dietary Information
Wheat, soft red winter is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Wheat, soft red winter include Manganese, Mn (191% DV) , Copper, Cu (50% DV) , Phosphorus, P (39% DV) , Thiamin (33% DV) , and Magnesium, Mg (30% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 331 calories per 100 grams, Wheat, soft red winter gets 13% of its calories from protein, 90% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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