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Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native))

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Fireweed, young leaves, raw (Alaska Native)

American Indian/Alaska Native Foods

A 100g serving covers 110% of the daily recommended Vitamin C, making Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (3g), fat (0.8g), and carbohydrates (6.3g) per 100g. With 44 calories per 100g, Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) fits comfortably into calorie-controlled meal plans without sacrificing volume. Sodium is modest at 50mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) provides 6g of dietary fiber per 100g (21% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) delivers meaningful amounts of 5 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories44KCAL
Protein3G
Fat0.8G
Carbs6.3G
Fiber6G

Calorie Distribution

44kcal
  • Protein27%3 g
  • Fat16%0.8 g
  • Carbs57%6.3 g

Serving Size

g

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water87.2G
Energy44.0KCAL
Protein3.0G
Total lipid (fat)0.80G
Carbohydrate, by difference6.3G
Fiber, total dietary6.0G
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid99.0MG
Thiamin0.04MG
Riboflavin0.86MG
Niacin1.4MG
Calcium, Ca13.0MG
Iron, Fe2.1MG
Phosphorus, P166MG
Potassium, K251MG
Sodium, Na50.0MG
Energy186kJ
Ash2.7G
Vitamin A, IU5720IU

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Nutrient Highlights

  • Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) is a excellent source of Vitamin C (110% DV) — see top foods ranked by Vitamin C
  • Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) is a excellent source of Fiber (21% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
  • Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) is a good source of Iron (12% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron

Dietary Considerations

  • Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) is naturally low in sodium at 50mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.

  • The high fiber (6.0g) and low fat profile makes Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) a solid choice for blood sugar management. See the Diabetes & Low-Glycemic Guide.

  • The antioxidant content of Fireweed Young Leaves (Raw (alaska Native)) supports anti-inflammatory dietary patterns. See the Anti-Inflammatory Diet Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

  • Vitamin C: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
  • Fiber: top 8% (#661 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories44
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.80G1%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 50.0MG2%
Total Carbohydrate 6.3G2%
Dietary Fiber 6.0G21%
Total Sugars 0
Protein 3.0G6%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 13.0MG1%
Iron 2.1MG12%
Potassium 251MG5%

* 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.

Data Source

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 168988.

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