Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians))
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American Indian/Alaska Native Foods
A 100g serving covers 289% of the daily recommended Vitamin K, making Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (4.2g), fat (0.3g), and carbohydrates (7g) per 100g. With 47 calories per 100g, Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) fits comfortably into calorie-controlled meal plans without sacrificing volume. With only 7mg of sodium, Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) is naturally very low in sodium and suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) provides 6.3g of dietary fiber per 100g (23% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) delivers meaningful amounts of 11 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein36%4.2 g
- Fat5%0.28 g
- Carbs59%7 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 85.2 | G |
| Energy | 47.0 | KCAL |
| Protein | 4.2 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.28 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.0 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 6.3 | G |
| Thiamin | 0.03 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.30 | MG |
| Niacin | 0.79 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.18 | MG |
| Folate, total | 48.0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 98.0 | UG |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 347 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 366 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 163 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 63.0 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 1270 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 7.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.72 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.12 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.5 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 1.1 | UG |
| Energy | 197 | kJ |
| Ash | 3.3 | G |
| Folate, food | 48.0 | UG |
| Choline, total | 20.0 | MG |
| Betaine | 332 | MG |
| Carotene, beta | 1171 | UG |
| Carotene, alpha | 0 | UG |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1952 | IU |
| Lycopene | 0 | UG |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 3616 | UG |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 0 | UG |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| leaf (0.9g) | 0 | 0g | 0g | 0.1g |
Scaled from Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians))'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutrient Highlights
- Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) is a excellent source of Magnesium (39% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
- Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) is a excellent source of Calcium (28% DV) — see top foods ranked by Calcium
- Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) is a excellent source of Potassium (27% DV) — see top foods ranked by Potassium
- Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) is a excellent source of Fiber (23% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
Dietary Considerations
With 1270mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)). See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.
Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) is naturally low in sodium at 7mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
The high fiber (6.3g) and low fat profile makes Lambsquarters (Raw (northern Plains Indians)) a solid choice for blood sugar management. See the Diabetes & Low-Glycemic Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Potassium: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
- Calcium: top 4% (#330 of 8,262)
- Magnesium: top 4% (#330 of 8,262)
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* 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: 168995.
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