Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw
Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.
With 5.42 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
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 99, for Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 51% | |
| Calories from Fat | 18% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Why this is good for you
- No Cholesterol
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Riboflavin
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1734.2 IU | 34.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Retinol | 87.1 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 87.9 mg | 146.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0.42 mg | 24.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 1.3 mg | 6.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.83 mg | 41.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folate | 127.9 mcg | 32% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 84.2 mg | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 99.2 mg | 9.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 607.9 mg | 17.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Sodium | 10.8 mg | 0.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 0.42 mg | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0.42 mg | 20.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 0.83 mcg | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 5.4 g | 10.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.83 g | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 7 Calories from Fat 2
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2 g 0.31%
Saturated Fat
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 2.6 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrates 0.8 g 0.27%
Dietary Fiber
Sugars
Protein 1.3 g 2.6%
Vitamin A 8.3% Vitamin C 35.2%
Calcium 2% Iron 2.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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