Oil, Wheat Germ has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin E and Vitamin K.
It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's high MUFA and very high PUFA. The omega-3 content is very high. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to American cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Oil, Wheat Germ has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.
| Calories from Protein | 0% | |
| Calories from Fat | 100% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 0% |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 IU | |||
| Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
| Retinol Activity Equivalent | 0 mcg | |||
| Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
| Beta Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
| Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
| Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
| Lutein Zeaxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin E | 149.4 mg | 497.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Vitamin K | 24.7 mcg | 30.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 0 mcg | |||
| Food Folate | 0 mcg | |||
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Dietary Folate Equivalents | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Choline | 0 mg | |||
| Betaine | 0 mg |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0 mg | |||
| Iron | 0 mg | |||
| Magnesium | 0 mg | |||
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | |||
| Potassium | 0 mg | |||
| Sodium | 0 mg | |||
| Zinc | 0 mg | |||
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 0 mcg | |||
| Fluoride | 0 mcg |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | |||
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
| Starch | 0 g | |||
| Sugars | 0 g | |||
| Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0 g | |||
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 100 g | 153.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15.1 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 61.7 g | |||
| Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
| Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 6901.1 mg | |||
| Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 54797 mg |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Water | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 884 Calories from Fat 884
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 100 g 153.9%
Saturated Fat 18.8 g 94%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 0 mg
Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 0 g
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 884
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 100 g
Per 100g | Calories 160
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 884
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 100 g
Per 100g | Calories 390
Protein 0.9 g | Carbs 23.8 g | Fat 33.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 360
Protein 23.2 g | Carbs 51.8 g | Fat 9.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 366
Protein 31.4 g | Carbs 49.4 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 382
Protein 30.6 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 7.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 356
Protein 25.9 g | Carbs 45.3 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 884
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 100 g
Per 100g | Calories 884
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 100 g
Per 100g | Calories 884
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 100 g
Per 100g | Calories 160
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 14 g