Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw
Per 100 g, Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw provides 79 calories, 17.3 g carbohydrate, 1.6 g protein and 0 g fibre.
= 79 kcal
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79kcal 4% 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.
68%Nutrient scoreNutrient ScoreThe share of this food's 17 rated nutrients that score well for its calories, a good source of beneficial nutrients while staying low in saturated fat, sodium and added sugars.17 available of 33 total nutrients with a Daily Value17of33
Protein1.6g8% kcal
Carbs17.3g88% kcal
Fat0.4g4% kcal
Fiber—
Full nutrient breakdown
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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/day1.58g1.58g3%
- 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/day0.38g0.38g1%
- 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/day17.3g17.3g7%
Carbohydrates
Vitamins
- Vitamin C Vitamin CWater-soluble antioxidant + cofactor in collagen synthesis. Lost easily in cooking water and air exposure.UK adult RI: 80 mg/day14.8mg14.8mg19%
- 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/day0.04mg0.04mg4%
- 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/day0.43mg0.43mg3%
- Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6Water-soluble B-vitamin for amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.12mg0.12mg9%
- Vitamin K Vitamin KFat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism. Concentrated in dark leafy greens.UK adult RI: 75 µg/day0.20µg0.20µg0%
Minerals
- Calcium CalciumMajor mineral for bone density, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling.UK adult RI: 800 mg/day22.3mg22.3mg3%
- 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/day0.40mg0.40mg3%
- Magnesium MagnesiumCofactor in 300+ enzyme reactions, energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, blood pressure regulation.UK adult RI: 375 mg/day19.1mg19.1mg5%
- Phosphorus PhosphorusMajor mineral for bones, energy storage (ATP), and cell membranes. Widespread in protein-rich foods.UK adult RI: 700 mg/day36.7mg36.7mg5%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 mg/day486mg486mg24%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 mg/day0mg0mg0%
- 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/day0.34mg0.34mg3%
- Copper CopperTrace mineral involved in iron metabolism and connective tissue.UK adult RI: 1 mg/day0.19mg0.19mg19%
- Manganese ManganeseTrace mineral for bone formation and antioxidant enzymes.UK adult RI: 2 mg/day0.42mg0.42mg21%
- Selenium SeleniumTrace mineral that supports thyroid hormone metabolism and antioxidant defence. Brazil nuts are the densest source.UK adult RI: 55 µg/day0µg0µg0%
- Molybdenum, Mo0µg0µg0%
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Composition and calculated figures
What 100 g is made of, by weight
- Water79.5 g
- Carbohydrate17.3 g
- Protein1.6 g
- Fat0.4 g
- Other1.2 g
Calculated from this food's data, per 100 g
- PRAL (acid load)
- −8.9 mEq
- Base-forming. Potential renal acid load, from protein, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium (Remer and Manz).
Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw: key facts
- How many calories are in Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw?
- Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw has 79 calories per 100 g.
- How much protein is in Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw?
- Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw provides 1.6 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw?
- Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw contains 17.3 g of carbohydrate per 100 g.
- How much fat is in Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw?
- Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw has 0.4 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).