Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt
Per 100 g, Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt provides 21 calories, 5.1 g carbohydrate, 1.1 g protein and 0 g fibre.
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Full nutrient breakdown
Proximates
- 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/day1.14g1.14g2%
- 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/day0.05g0.05g0%
- 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/day5.10g5.10g2%
Fats and Fatty Acids
Sterols
Protein and Amino Acids
Vitamins
- Vitamin C Vitamin CWater-soluble antioxidant + cofactor in collagen synthesis. Lost easily in cooking water and air exposure.UK adult RI: 80 mg/day37.0mg37.0mg46%
- 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/day0.05mg0.05mg4%
- 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/day0.04mg0.04mg3%
- 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/day0.25mg0.25mg2%
- 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/day57.0µg57.0µg28%
- 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/day0µg0µg0%
- Vitamin D Vitamin DFat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption and bone health, measured here in International Units (1 µg = 40 IU). The skin also synthesises it from sunlight, so dietary intake matters most over winter.UK adult RI: 200 IU/day0IU0IU0%
- 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/day22.0mg22.0mg3%
- 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/day0.56mg0.56mg4%
- Magnesium MagnesiumCofactor in 300+ enzyme reactions, energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, blood pressure regulation.UK adult RI: 375 mg/day12.0mg12.0mg3%
- Phosphorus PhosphorusMajor mineral for bones, energy storage (ATP), and cell membranes. Widespread in protein-rich foods.UK adult RI: 700 mg/day21.0mg21.0mg3%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 mg/day107mg107mg5%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 mg/day247mg247mg10%
- Selenium SeleniumTrace mineral that supports thyroid hormone metabolism and antioxidant defence. Brazil nuts are the densest source.UK adult RI: 55 µg/day0.70µg0.70µg1%
Composition and calculated figures
What 100 g is made of, by weight
- Water93.3 g
- Carbohydrate5.1 g
- Protein1.1 g
- Fat0.1 g
- Other0.4 g
Calculated from this food's data, per 100 g
- Potassium to sodium
- 0.4 to 1
- 107 mg of potassium and 247 mg of sodium, by weight.
- PRAL (acid load)
- −1.5 mEq
- Base-forming. Potential renal acid load, from protein, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium (Remer and Manz).
Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt: key facts
- How many calories are in Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt?
- Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt has 21 calories per 100 g.
- How much protein is in Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt?
- Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt provides 1.1 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt?
- Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt contains 5.1 g of carbohydrate per 100 g.
- How much fat is in Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt?
- Sesbania flower, cooked, steamed, with salt has 0.1 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).