Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water
Per 100 g, Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water provides 16 calories, 0.3 g carbohydrate, 3 g protein and 0 g fibre.
= 16 kcal
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16kcal 1% RI Reference IntakeEU/UK adult daily energy reference of 2,000 kcal used on packaged-food nutrition labels (Reg. 1169/2011). Switch to the US toggle for FDA Daily Values.
86%Nutrient scoreNutrient ScoreThe share of this food's 21 rated nutrients that score well for its calories, a good source of beneficial nutrients while staying low in saturated fat, sodium and added sugars.21 available of 33 total nutrients with a Daily Value21of33
Protein3g75% kcal
Carbs0.3g8% kcal
Fat0.3g17% kcal
Fiber—
Full nutrient breakdown
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- Protein ProteinBuilds and repairs tissue, drives enzymes and hormones. Made up of amino acids, nine of which the body can't make itself.UK adult RI: 50 g/day3.00g3.00g6%
- Fat FatAll fats combined: saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans. Carries fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and contributes 9 kcal per gram.UK adult RI: 70 g/day0.30g0.30g0%
- Carbohydrate CarbohydrateAll carbohydrate combined: sugars, starches, and fiber. Calculated by subtracting water + protein + fat + ash from the food's total mass, hence "by difference".UK adult RI: 260 g/day0.30g0.30g0%
Carbohydrates
- Sugars SugarsNaturally-occurring + added sugars combined (mono- and disaccharides).UK adult RI: 90 g/day0.20g0.20g0%
Fats and Fatty Acids
Sterols
Vitamins
- Vitamin C Vitamin CWater-soluble antioxidant + cofactor in collagen synthesis. Lost easily in cooking water and air exposure.UK adult RI: 80 mg/day31.0mg31.0mg39%
- Vitamin B1 (thiamin) Vitamin B1 (thiamin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Whole grains, pork, and legumes are good sources.UK adult RI: 1.1 mg/day0.03mg0.03mg3%
- Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy production, cell growth, and skin health. Dairy, eggs, and lean meat are densest.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.16mg0.16mg11%
- Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B3 (niacin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy metabolism. The body can also make some niacin from the amino acid tryptophan.UK adult RI: 16 mg/day0.70mg0.70mg4%
- Folate FolateWater-soluble B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division. Critical pre-conception and in early pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects.UK adult RI: 200 µg/day51.0µg51.0µg26%
- Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12Water-soluble B-vitamin essential for red blood cell formation and the nervous system. Only found naturally in animal foods, vegans need fortified foods or supplements.UK adult RI: 2.5 µg/day0µg0µg0%
- Vitamin A Vitamin AFat-soluble vitamin for vision, immune function, and skin. Measured in retinol activity equivalents (RAE) so plant and animal sources are comparable.UK adult RI: 800 µg/day245µg245µg31%
- Vitamin D Vitamin DFat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption and bone health. The skin also synthesises it from sunlight, so dietary intake matters most over winter.UK adult RI: 5 µg/day0µg0µg0%
Minerals
- Calcium CalciumMajor mineral for bone density, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling.UK adult RI: 800 mg/day220mg220mg28%
- Iron IronCarries oxygen in haemoglobin. Plant (non-heme) iron absorbs less efficiently than meat (heme) iron, pair with vitamin C to boost absorption.UK adult RI: 14 mg/day2.40mg2.40mg17%
- Magnesium MagnesiumCofactor in 300+ enzyme reactions, energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, blood pressure regulation.UK adult RI: 375 mg/day110mg110mg29%
- Phosphorus PhosphorusMajor mineral for bones, energy storage (ATP), and cell membranes. Widespread in protein-rich foods.UK adult RI: 700 mg/day54.0mg54.0mg8%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 mg/day540mg540mg27%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 mg/day11.0mg11.0mg0%
- Zinc ZincTrace mineral for immune function, wound healing, and sense of taste. Best absorbed from animal foods; phytates in grains reduce uptake.UK adult RI: 10 mg/day0.50mg0.50mg5%
- Copper CopperTrace mineral involved in iron metabolism and connective tissue.UK adult RI: 1 mg/day0.11mg0.11mg11%
- Manganese ManganeseTrace mineral for bone formation and antioxidant enzymes.UK adult RI: 2 mg/day0.90mg0.90mg45%
Other
- Chlorine, Cl12.0mg12.0mg2%
Composition and calculated figures
What 100 g is made of, by weight
- Water90.4 g
- Carbohydrate0.3 g
- Protein3 g
- Fat0.3 g
- Other6 g
Calculated from this food's data, per 100 g
- Net carbs
- 0.3 g
- This source reports available carbohydrate, which already leaves fibre out.
- Potassium to sodium
- 49 to 1
- 540 mg of potassium and 11 mg of sodium, by weight.
- PRAL (acid load)
- −13.6 mEq
- Base-forming. Potential renal acid load, from protein, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium (Remer and Manz).
Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water: key facts
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- How many calories are in Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water?
- Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water has 16 calories per 100 g.
- How much protein is in Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water?
- Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water provides 3 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water?
- Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water contains 0.3 g of carbohydrate per 100 g.
- How much fat is in Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water?
- Amaranth leaves, boiled in unsalted water has 0.3 g of fat per 100 g.
Values shown for the selected serving and per 100 g. % RI follows the UK / EU Reference Intakes (Reg. 1169/2011) for adults and children 4 + years. Reference only, not medical or dietary advice (Terms & Conditions §3).