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Seaweed Agar (Dried)

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Seaweed, agar, dried

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

A 100g serving covers 187% of the daily recommended Manganese, making Seaweed Agar (Dried) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Seaweed Agar (Dried) is primarily a carbohydrate source, delivering 80.9g of carbs with minimal fat at 0.3g per 100g. Seaweed Agar (Dried) packs 306 calories per 100g, placing it on the energy-dense side — a small serving goes a long way. Sodium is modest at 102mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Seaweed Agar (Dried) provides 7.7g of dietary fiber per 100g (28% DV), contributing meaningfully toward the recommended 28g daily target. Nutritionally broad, Seaweed Agar (Dried) delivers meaningful amounts of 18 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories306KCAL
Protein6.2G
Fat0.3G
Carbs80.9G
Fiber7.7G

Calorie Distribution

351kcal
  • Protein7%6.2 g
  • Fat1%0.3 g
  • Carbs92%80.9 g

Serving Size

g

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water8.7G
Energy306KCAL
Protein6.2G
Total lipid (fat)0.30G
Carbohydrate, by difference80.9G
Fiber, total dietary7.7G
Total Sugars3.0G
Cholesterol0MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid0MG
Thiamin0.01MG
Riboflavin0.22MG
Niacin0.20MG
Vitamin B-60.30MG
Folate, total580UG
Vitamin B-120UG
Vitamin A, RAE0UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)5.0MG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)0UG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone)24.4UG
Calcium, Ca625MG
Iron, Fe21.4MG
Magnesium, Mg770MG
Phosphorus, P52.0MG
Potassium, K1125MG
Sodium, Na102MG
Zinc, Zn5.8MG
Copper, Cu0.61MG
Manganese, Mn4.3MG
Selenium, Se7.4UG
Energy1282kJ
Ash3.9G
Pantothenic acid3.0MG
Folic acid0UG
Folate, food580UG
Folate, DFE580UG
Choline, total63.3MG
Vitamin B-12, added0UG
Retinol0UG
Carotene, beta0UG
Carotene, alpha0UG
Cryptoxanthin, beta0UG
Vitamin A, IU0IU
Lycopene0UG
Lutein + zeaxanthin0UG
Vitamin E, added0MG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units0IU
Fatty acids, total saturated0.06G
SFA 4:00G
SFA 6:00G
SFA 8:00G
SFA 10:00G
SFA 12:00G
SFA 14:00.003G
SFA 16:00.06G
SFA 18:00.003G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated0.03G
MUFA 16:10.009G
MUFA 18:10.009G
MUFA 20:10.009G
MUFA 22:10G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated0.10G
PUFA 18:20.004G
PUFA 18:30.001G
PUFA 18:40G
PUFA 20:40.01G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA)0.09G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA)0G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA)0G
Fatty acids, total trans0G
Alcohol, ethyl0G
Caffeine0MG
Theobromine0MG

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Nutrient Highlights

  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) is a excellent source of Magnesium (183% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) is a excellent source of Iron (119% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) is a excellent source of Zinc (53% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) is a excellent source of Calcium (48% DV) — see top foods ranked by Calcium
  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) is a excellent source of Fiber (28% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber

Dietary Considerations

  • With 1125mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Seaweed Agar (Dried). See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.

  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) is naturally low in sodium at 102mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.

  • The high fiber (7.7g) and low fat profile makes Seaweed Agar (Dried) a solid choice for blood sugar management. See the Diabetes & Low-Glycemic Guide.

  • Seaweed Agar (Dried) provides 21.4mg of iron per 100g, relevant for managing iron deficiency. See the Iron Deficiency & Anemia Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

  • Magnesium: top <1% (#1 of 8,262)
  • Iron: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
  • Calcium: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories306
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.30G0%
Cholesterol 0MG0%
Sodium 102MG4%
Total Carbohydrate 80.9G29%
Dietary Fiber 7.7G28%
Total Sugars 3.0G
Protein 6.2G12%
Vitamin D 0UG0%
Calcium 625MG48%
Iron 21.4MG119%
Potassium 1125MG24%

* 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: 170090.

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