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Sorghum - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Sorghum

Sorghum has a average-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 74.63g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 11.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 67, for Sorghum, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs80%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Retinol0 mcg
Retinol Activity Equivalent0 mcg
Alpha Carotene0 mcg
Beta Carotene0 mcg
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 mcg
Lycopene0 mcg
Lutein Zeaxanthin0 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Thiamin0.24 mg15.8%Top 30%High
Riboflavin0.14 mg8.4%Mid 40%Average
Niacin2.9 mg14.6%Mid 40%Average
Folate0 mcg
Food Folate0 mcg
Folic Acid0 mcg
Dietary Folate Equivalents0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg
Choline0 mg
Betaine0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron4.4 mg24.4%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus287 mg28.7%Top 30%High
Potassium350 mg10%Top 30%High
Sodium6 mg0.2%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate74.6 g24.9%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber6.3 g25.2%Top 10%Very High
Sugars0 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.3 g22.6%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan124 mg
Threonine346 mg
Isoleucine433 mg
Leucine1490.9 mg
Lysine229 mg
Methionine169 mg
Cystine127 mg
Phenylalanine546 mg
Tyrosine321 mg
Valine561 mg
Arginine355 mg
Histidine246 mg
Alanine1033.1 mg
Aspartic Acid743 mg
Glutamic Acid2438.8 mg
Glycine346 mg
Proline852 mg
Serine462 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.46 g2.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids65 mg
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids1304.8 mg

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water9.2 g
Ash1.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 339 Calories from Fat 28

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.3 g 5.1%

Saturated Fat 0.46 g 2.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 6 mg 0.2%

Total Carbohydrates 74.6 g 24.9%

Dietary Fiber 6.3 g25.2%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 11.3 g 22.6%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 2.8% Iron 24.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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